ROLL BUS ROLL: A Jeffrey Lewis Documentary - Ilya Popenko - Episode 229

Salt Lake Dirt

Today on the show I welcome filmmaker and photographer Ilya Popenko. His film Roll Bus Roll: A Jeffrey Lewis Documentary is one of my top picks from both Sundance and Slamdance this year. If you have the chance to see this film in person (or through the Slamdance Channel), please do so. I highly recommend it!

Thanks for listening!

Kyler

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Synopsis:

Roll Bus Roll casts an eye at the life and art of Jeffrey Lewis, one of the most prominent musicians associated with NYC's anti-folk scene.The film opens with an exploration of the anti-folk, offering a glimpse into the unique movement that challenges traditional folk conventions. Then the viewer follows Jeffrey on tour, across cities and continents. Jeffrey, is a self-deprecating genius, introduced through contrasting narratives: his own modest self-assessment, and the views of fans and fellow artists such as Adam Green.The documentary reaches its emotional climax as Jeffrey opens up about a lost love, revealing his mental health struggles that impacted his relationship.

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SLAMDANCE Screenings:

• Sat, Jan 20th, 2:30 PM @ The Summer and David Theater @ The Yarrow Hotel
• Wed, Jan 24th, 10:00 AM @ The Summer and David Theater @ The Yarrow Hotel

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Episode Links:

• PURCHASE Slamdance Tickets
• Film Trailer
• PopenkoPhoto.com
• IG: @definitely_not_ilya_popenko