The Ballad of Shirley Collins (2017): Cast & Box Office
The Ballad of Shirley Collins is a 2017 documentary directed by Tim Plester and Rob Curry, starring Shirley Collins, Stewart Lee and Stephen Thrower. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $202,887 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Directors
- Tim Plester and Rob Curry
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Ballad of Shirley Collins About?
The premise of The Ballad of Shirley Collins without spoilers.
A poetic documentary explores the life and career of Shirley Collins, a pivotal figure in the English folk music revival of the 1950s-1970s. The film, made over four years, examines her legacy alongside her sister Dolly, and delves into the heartbreaking loss of Shirley’s voice and her journey back to performing. It’s a touching portrait of heritage, perseverance, and the enduring power of traditional music, suggesting its vital relevance in contemporary times.
The Ballad of Shirley Collins Cast & Characters
Shirley Collins leads the cast, with Stewart Lee and Stephen Thrower. Directed by Tim Plester and Rob Curry; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Tim Plester
- Co-director Rob Curry
- Shirley Collins as themselves
- Stewart Lee as themselves
- Stephen Thrower as themselves
- Hannah Arterton as Narrator
Also Starring in The Ballad of Shirley Collins
· 6 more- David Tibet Themselves
- Dr. John Tully Themselves
- Sam Amidon Themselves
- Elle Osborne Themselves
- Ian Kearey Themselves
- Ossian Brown Themselves
More from Tim Plester and Rob Curry
More films directed by Tim Plester and Rob Curry: Ferroequinology, The Chills: The Triumph and Tragedy of Martin Phillipps and Way of the Morris.
The Ballad of Shirley Collins Box Office
The Ballad of Shirley Collins grossed $202,887 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$202.9K
- International
- $202.9K
The Ballad of Shirley Collins Trailers & Videos
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The Ballad of Shirley Collins FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of The Ballad of Shirley Collins, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Ballad of Shirley Collins?
The Ballad of Shirley Collins runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was The Ballad of Shirley Collins released?
The Ballad of Shirley Collins was released on October 16, 2017.
Who directed The Ballad of Shirley Collins?
The Ballad of Shirley Collins was directed by Tim Plester and Rob Curry.
More films by Tim Plester Who is in the cast of The Ballad of Shirley Collins?
The Ballad of Shirley Collins stars Shirley Collins, Stewart Lee and Stephen Thrower, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Ballad of Shirley Collins make at the box office?
The Ballad of Shirley Collins grossed $202,887 worldwide.
Does The Ballad of Shirley Collins have a post-credit scene?
No. The Ballad of Shirley Collins has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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