A Late Style of Fire

2016 | 93 minutes | 5.0 ★ (1)

A Late Style of Fire
  • Overview

    The brilliant writing and troubled life of Californian Larry Levis came to an abrupt halt when he died at age 49. Is self-destruction required for a serious life of art? Featuring an original score by Iron and Wine and film excerpts by award-winning Spanish filmmaker Lois Patiño, this innovative documentary explores his childhood working alongside Mexican-American field hands, three marriages, friendships with America’s greatest poets, and his own words for answers.

  • Release Date

    15 October 2016

  • DirectingMichele Poulos
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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