Join the living legend for a moving, musical journey through the people and places that shaped her iconic career. Featuring career-spanning archival footage of the undisputed queen of country music, the film reveals the spirit, soul and hard work of an artist who has inspired countless others. Interviews include Jane Fonda, Mac Davis and Lily Tomlin.
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Dolly Parton — the undisputed queen of country music — has had one of the most stellar careers of any musician. With unprecedented access to Dolly, this documentary lets her share her fondest memories, her influences and her process, and explores the legendary talent that has made her so astonishingly successful and well-loved.
Featuring incredible archival footage from concerts and interviews spanning her career, the film highlights the spirit, soul and hard work of an artist who has inspired countless others. It traces her humble beginnings, the singers and songwriters who inspired her, and provides insights from some extremely famous admirers. For Dolly Parton fans, this is a must-see film; for the uninitiated, it’s a brilliant and necessary introduction.
Interviews include Jane Fonda, Mac Davis, Lily Tomlin, producer and songwriter Linda Perry, manager Danny Nozell, session musicians, and Lydia Hamessley, author of Unlikely Angel: The Songs of Dolly Parton.
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