Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone

A short film tribute to the legendary cult musician Leon Redbone.

Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone is a documentary short that explores the life and music of the enigmatic musician Leon Redbone. Beginning with his “discovery” by Bob Dylan at the Mariposa Folk Festival in 1972, the film hears from his longtime friends and associates about the mystery surrounding this musical cult figure. Set against Leon’s last filmed performances, it features interviews with John Prine, John Hammond, David Wilcox, Owen McBride and more.

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Original title Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone
Genre Performance Documentary
Duration 15 minutes
Producer Riddle Films Inc.
Director Jason Charters, Liam Romalis, Mako Funasaka
Production year 2018