Summary There's danger in meeting your hero...especially if your hero becomes your boss, and your boss in the King of Rock & Roll. Duke Bardwell learned that the hard way. Part documentary, part concert film, Duke & The King tells the story of Bardwell, one of the great unheralded talents in American music. Focusing in part on Duke's relationship with Elvis Presley, the film is a cautionary tale about hero worship and the trappings of fame. Bardwell's story also demonstrates what happens when the right words and music come together to alter destiny and, in doing so, offer a shot at redemption. The film features appearances by Kenny Loggins, Tom Rush, Casey Kelly, 'Big Luther' Kent, Trevor Veitch, David Greely, Leon Medica and Franko 'Washboard' Jackson. View more details
Directed : Wayne Franklin Kris E. Wheeler
Written : Unknown
Stars : Glen D. Hardin Duke Bardwell David Greely Franko 'Washboard' Jackson
Genres : History Biography Music Documentary
Release date : Mar 31, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Summary There's danger in meeting your hero...especially if your hero becomes your boss, and your boss in the King of Rock & Roll. Duke Bardwell learned that the hard way. Part documentary, part concert film, Duke & The King tells the story of Bardwell, one of the great unheralded talents in American music. Focusing in part on Duke's relationship with Elvis Presley, the film is a cautionary tale about hero worship and the trappings of fame. Bardwell's story also demonstrates what happens when the right words and music come together to alter destiny and, in doing so, offer a shot at redemption. The film features appearances by Kenny Loggins, Tom Rush, Casey Kelly, 'Big Luther' Kent, Trevor Veitch, David Greely, Leon Medica and Franko 'Washboard' Jackson. View more details
Genres : History Biography Music Documentary
Release date : Mar 31, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
