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Patti Smith: Electric Poet (2022): Cast

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Patti Smith: Electric Poet is a 2022 documentary directed by Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia, starring Patti Smith. It runs 54 minutes.

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Patti Smith: Electric Poet (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
54 min
Directors
Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Patti Smith: Electric Poet About?

The premise of Patti Smith: Electric Poet without spoilers.

This documentary explores the life of Patti Smith, a pioneering figure who disrupted the conventions of rock, poetry, and music. Beginning with her childhood in rural New Jersey and her upbringing within a Jehovah’s Witness family, the film reveals how she forged her unique artistic path. Smith, now 74, reflects on feeling distant and like an "alien" during her formative years. The film chronicles her journey to New York City and her emergence as a living legend, showcasing her evolution as a poet, musician, actress, and activist.

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Cast & crew

Patti Smith: Electric Poet Cast

Patti Smith stars in Patti Smith: Electric Poet. Directed by Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia.

From the directors

More from Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia

More films directed by Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia: Alien, Terror in Space, Heavy Metal Kingdom: The New Wave of British Heavy Metal, The Witches of Hollywood and 90s Divas: Whitney, Mariah, Céline.

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Patti Smith: Electric Poet Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Patti Smith: Poesie und Punk” and “Patti Smith - Poesie und Punk”.

Also known as
  • Patti Smith: Poesie und Punk
  • Patti Smith - Poesie und Punk
  • Patti Smith: Rocková básnířka

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Patti Smith: Electric Poet FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Patti Smith: Electric Poet, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Patti Smith: Electric Poet?

Patti Smith: Electric Poet runs 54 minutes.

When was Patti Smith: Electric Poet released?

Patti Smith: Electric Poet was released on January 7, 2022.

Who directed Patti Smith: Electric Poet?

Patti Smith: Electric Poet was directed by Sophie Peyrard and Anne Cutaia.

More films by Sophie Peyrard

Who is in the cast of Patti Smith: Electric Poet?

Patti Smith: Electric Poet stars Patti Smith.

Does Patti Smith: Electric Poet have a post-credit scene?

No. Patti Smith: Electric Poet has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Patti Smith: Electric Poet in?

The original language of Patti Smith: Electric Poet is French.

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