Movie Description
Fairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
(1972)Overview
Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.
Featured Crew
- Director : Tony Palmer
- Producer : Timothy Burrill
- Writer : Tony Palmer
- Editor : Barry Stevens
- Cast : Richard Thompson,Simon Nicol,Dave Swarbrick,Dave Mattacks,Dave Pegg,Iain Mathews,Gordon Huntley,Carl Barnwell,Mark Griffiths,Andy Leigh,Ramon Duffey,John Peel
Cast
Self - Fairport Convention (lead guitarist)
Self - Fairport Convention (rhythm guitarist)
Self - Fairport Convention (violinist)
Self - Fairport Convention (drummer)
Self - Fairport Convention (bassist)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (vocal)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (pedal steel guitarist)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (rhythm guitar, vocal)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (lead guitar, vocal)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (bass guitarist)
Self - Matthews Southern Comfort (drums)
Self - Narrator
Posters
Facts
Original TitleFairport Convention and Matthews Southern Comfort
Status Released
Release Information
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1972-05-22
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 00h 31m
Production CompaniesOakhurst Productions
Genres
- Music
- Documentary
