Joan Baez I Am a Noise

About Joan Baez I Am A Noise

"Joan Baez I Am a Noise", released in 2023, offers a deeply personal and intimate portrayal of the iconic folk singer Joan Baez. The movie uses a rich tapestry of interviews, home movies, diaries, and previously unheard audio recordings to provide insight into Joan Baez's life and career. From her beginnings in the 1960s folk revival, through her vital role in the civil rights and peace movements, to her status as an influential musical figure, the movie provides an in-depth understanding of a legend.

Making / Production

The film was made a reality by the joint efforts of a crew deeply invested in the iconic singer's story. The blending of personal diaries and home movies with public information shows the contrast between Joan Baez's public persona and her private identity.

Actors

• Joan Baez - Playing herself, Joan lends authentic voice, offering viewers an unparalleled glimpse into her extraordinary journey.
• Bob Dylan - Appears in archived footages, showing the interaction between Baez and him at the peak of the folk music movement.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film includes never-before-seen footage from Joan's personal archive.
• The interviews were conducted over a significant period, giving a nuanced perspective of her evolving viewpoints.

Quotes

• "Action is the antidote to despair." - Joan Baez
• "I've never had a humble opinion. If you've got an opinion, why be humble about it?" - Joan Baez

Music, Soundtrack

• Original songs by "Joan Baez" fill the soundtrack, creating a poignant thread that connects different eras of her career.
• The movie features an unreleased track from Joan's personal archive, adding a touch of authenticity to the soundtrack.