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Leave your thoughts about Mule Skinner Blues.
| Orlando WeeklySteve SchneiderIt's easy to forget the film's flaws when we're in the presence of Beanie. |
| Los Angeles TimesKevin ThomasAn affectionate documentary about a free-spirited group. |
| OffoffoffJoshua TanzerBeanie's a big believer in appreciating the art in your own neighborhood even if it isn't backed by a multimillion-dollar budget - and so am I. |
| TV GuideFrank LoveceThis is as powerful a set of evidence as you'll ever find of why art matters, and how it can resonate far beyond museum walls and through to the most painfully marginal lives. |
| New TimesLuke Y. ThompsonStephen Earnhart's documentary lovingly covers the process -- veering between pathos, inspiration and mockery |
| Reel.comPam GradyWhat emerges is not only a portrait of some of the more colorful denizens of Mayport, Florida, but also a moving examination of the power of art to transform lives. |
| OregonianShawn LevyIt will make you think twice about what might be going on inside each trailer park you drive past -- even if it chiefly inspires you to drive a little faster. |
| User ReviewLacey WThis movie accurately depicted the personalities of the entire cast! Especially Steve Walker, though he has been sober almost 6 years now (2004-2010)his attitude toward music has not changed. Music is his entire being and his lifelong work. I may be a bit partial to the man because he happens to be my father-in-law but I think that anyone who has taken the time to get to know him can see the pure genius in his ability. His music and lyrics have driven many to tears before my eyes. His bond with Holly, Beanie, Ricky, Miss Jeannie, Larry, and the gang is without comparison. Though they are very different individuals, they are brought together by one common thread...THE MUSIC! Personally I believe that royalties should be involved (there were contracts and payment arrangements) but for some reason Steel Carrot Productions feels it necessary to neglect its responsibilities and promises. So far my father-in-law has not earned a dime. He doesn't complain about it but i still think its wrong for a company to hold out! Oh!...Pop if youre reading this, Lacey and Stephen love you and were just thinkin about ya so we decided to post this!!!! |
| User ReviewSteve JI was a bit frightened when I saw that this documentary was "Presented by Clive Turner." As some of you know, Turner is the (ahem) genius behind The Howling: New Moon Rising. The concept was enough to make me give it a watch anyhow. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing. Mule Skinner Blues is a documentary about the residents of a trailer park in Mayport, Florida who decide to make a horror movie. Beanie Andrew is the director/co-writer/star of the show, but Beanie has a lot of friends. And they have a lot of free time on their hands. Beanie, for his part is a dancer, singer, kazoo player, and philosopher as well as a filmmaker. He also really digs gorillas and mud. Watching Beanie in action will remind viewers of both Hasil Atkins and Ed Wood. In addition to seeing the triumphs and tragedies involved in the making of Turnabout is Fair Play, a revenge movie involving swamp beast gorillas and musicians, we get to see some (or maybe all, I'm not really sure) of the short film. Overall, Mule Skinner Blues comes off as sort of a cross between Dancin' Outlaw and Redneck Zombies, but with better special effects. |
| User ReviewSteve HI could never really get to the point where I could relate to the people in this doc--it was kind of like watching a freak show, except all the freaks seem to be genuinely nice people. They're funny, and there are some emotional moments, but they never rose above being wildly eccentric people. I wanted to know what they were like when they were younger and how they ended up where they were. Instead the filmmakers just showcased their eccentricities and oddball antics. |