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Larry Keel Beautiful Thing

87 minutes | Family | 2010 | United States of America

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Tagline

Groundbreaking bluegrass documentary about the cult legend and fastest guitar player in the world, Larry Keel.

Synopsis

Beautful Thing tracks a tumultuous and stunning year in the life of Larry Keel, following him across the country through standing room only shows, while Larry develops into a master and cult hero. Check out the fastest guitar player in the world claw his way to the top of the American roots music ladder.

Director's Statement

Following Larry Keel and his merry band of musicians was a gift- I watched art be created anew night after night. Through the ups and downs, Larry and his wife, bass player Jenny Keel, and his band played to packed houses and empty theaters, and they tore it up every night.

Directed by: Ryan Gielen
Written by: Unknown
Produced by: Ryan Gielen

Cast

Himself: Adam Aijala
Himself: Vassar Clements
Himself: Tony Rice
Himself: Larry Keel
Herself: Jenny Keel

Crew

Director: Ryan Gielen
Producer: Matthew Gielen

"A cult classic in the bluegrass world... a revealing portrait of the legend, Larry Keel..."

Director Ryan Gielen slept in his car while on the road, to save money on his meager production budget.

  • Ryan Gielen

    Director

    Ryan Gielen