Movie Description
Ronnie Drew: September Song
(2008)Overview
The name of the documentary comes from Drew's recording of "September Song", the Kurt Weill and Maxwell Anderson song made popular through recordings by a number of artists. With the founding of his revolutionary folk band, The Dubliners in 1962, Ronnie Drew has become synonymous with his native Dublin. September Song (2008) is an intimate portrayal of the legendary singer in which he recalls growing up in his granny's house in Dun Laoghaire, the founding of The Dubliners in O'Donoghue's pub on Merrion Row, his days of touring the world, the poignant loss of his wife of forty years, and his own battle with cancer. Featuring interviews with son Phelim, daughter Cliodhna and friends and fans Bono, Billy Connolly and Damien Dempsey.
Featured Crew
- Director : Sinead O'Brien
- Producer : Noel Pearson
- Editor : Guy Montgomery
- Cast : Ronnie Drew,Bono,Billy Connolly,Phelim Drew,Cliodhna Drew,Phil Coulter,Damien Dempsey
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Facts
Original TitleRonnie Drew: September Song
Status Released
Release Information
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2008-05-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 55m
Production CompaniesFerndale Films
Genres
- Documentary
- Music
