HONEYDRIPPER (2007)
A film by John Sayles
Acclaimed writer/director John Sayles (Lone Star, Passion Fish)
brings the birth of rock ‘n’ roll to life with electrifying effect in
HONEYDRIPPER.
Tyrone Purvis is a bar owner down on his luck. To drum-up
business, he enlists the services of the legendary Guitar Sam. What
he gets will forever change his Saturday nights, but threatens to
raise demons from the past that could destroy his future.
With a stunning soundtrack and a stellar cast, including Danny
Glover, Charles S. Dutton, Stacey Keach and Mary
Steenburgen, as well as performances by Motown legend Dr.
Mable John, Keb’ Mo’ and rising star Gary Clark Jr.,
HONEYDRIPPER is a rock ‘n’ roll story as it has never been told
before.
An accompanying booklet features John Sayles’ short story,
‘Keeping Time’, which inspired HONEYDRIPPER.
“Triumphant... irresistible music”
TOTAL FILM
4 STARS
“towering performance from Glover” 4 STARS
THE TIMES
CRITICS’ CHOICE “superb cast… a stirring tribute to the power of music.” 4 STARS
TIME OUT
“lifts the soul… inspiring… sublime”
Tim Robey, THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
“his best role in years, Danny
EMPIRE
Glover shines”
OFFICIAL SELECTION - IN COMPETITION - Toronto Film Festival 2007
WINNER - BEST SCREENPLAY - San Sebastian Film Festival 2007
Bonus Features: TWO-DISC edition including
Feature-length commentary with director John Sayles
Exclusive interviews with John Sayles, Maggie Renzi, Danny Glover and Dr. Mable John
Rare performed reading of “Keeping Time” with John Sayles
Character biographies, written by John Sayles
Exclusive limited edition collector’s booklet
Certificate: PG
Running Time: 123 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 anamorphic
Audio: Dolby Stereo and optional 5.1
Country: USA
Language: English with optional English subtitles for hearing impaired
Genre: Drama
Region: 2
Cat. No: AXM570
Barcode: 5060126870203