The Book of Clarence
Synopsis
A founding member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, one of the world’s most successful gospel groups, Clarence Fountain has lived a remarkable life, full of music and passion. Now in his eighties, slowed by age and diabetes, Clarence retains his brash charm, and wistfully recalls his decades of glory, from beginnings in the choir of a school for the blind, to the group’s sudden rise to stardom as “Oedipus” in the experimental musical The Gospel at Colonus.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Breuer
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Marciano, Lee Breuer
- Original Title
- The Book of Clarence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Breuer
Eric Marciano, Lee Breuer
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Marciano
Writer
Lee Breuer
Writer
Lee Breuer
Director
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What is The Book of Clarence about?
A founding member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, one of the world’s most successful gospel groups, Clarence Fountain has lived a remarkable life, full of music and passion. Now in his eighties, slowed by age and diabetes, Clarence retains his brash charm, and wistfully recalls his decades of glory, from beginnings in the choir of a school for the blind, to the group’s sudden rise to stardom as “Oedipus” in the experimental musical The Gospel at Colonus.
Who directed The Book of Clarence?
The Book of Clarence was directed by Lee Breuer.
Who stars in The Book of Clarence?
The principal cast of The Book of Clarence includes Clarence Fountain.
When was The Book of Clarence released and how long is it?
The Book of Clarence was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.