Grand Theft Parsons

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Movie
German title Grand Theft Parsons
Original title Grand Theft Parsons
Country of production USA / UK
original language English
Publishing year 2003
length 88 minutes
Age rating FSK 16
Rod
Director David Caffrey
script Jeremy Drysdale
production Matt Candel, Brad Zipper, Jesse Itzler, Simon Franks
music The Byrds , Flying Burrito Brothers
camera Bob Hayes
cut Alan Roberts , Mary Finley
occupation

Grand Theft Parsons is an American film from 2003 directed by David Caffrey about the musician Gram Parsons .

action

In 1973, the legendary musician Gram Parsons, member of the Flying Burrito Brothers and Byrds , creators of modern country rock, died in the Nevada desert under circumstances that are still shrouded in mystery to this day . In order to fulfill his last wish, Road Manager Phil Kaufman kidnaps Parson's body and coffin on an eventful road trip, always closely followed by the cops, Parson's persistent father and the deceased's ex-lover, who is always concerned about his own well-being.

criticism

The NY Times: “Jackass hooligan Johnny Knoxville gets on a trike and travels back to the Roaring Seventies with Kelly Bundy aka Christina Applegate , when men were men and a terrorist looked to police like a stoner behind the wheel of a peace-paved hearse. This relaxed road movie comedy is based on a true story with a strong pinch of black humor, lots of good music and another memorable appearance by "Jackie Brown" hero Robert Forster . "

origin

Gram Parsons was one of the most influential musicians of his day and the first country singer to act like a rock star. In his short life - he was only 26 years old - he inspired bands like the Byrds , the Eagles and the Rolling Stones , with whom he was also close friends. His death and the unusual circumstances of his funeral provided the template for Grand Theft Parsons. The script was written by his then road manager and friend Phil Kaufmann, who kept his promise by stealing the body and burning it in Joshua Tree National Park , California .

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