The Weavers: Wasn't That a Time!
Summary:
This is a tribute film to the first folk music group to break through to a wider audience, the Weavers, formed in the late '40s by Pete Seeger, Lee Hays, Fred Hellerman, and Ronnie Gilbert. In 1950, the group made history with their recording of the Leadbelly song "Goodnight, Irene," which stayed on top of the pop charts for an astonishing 13 weeks. Two years l... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Pete Seeger
Ronnie Gilbert
Lee Hays
Lee Hays - (Narrator)
Fred Hellerman
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Review:
The Weavers: Wasn't That a Time! is a celebration of America's premier folk group featuring a makeshift reunion that doesn't feel like one. Original member Lee Hays was clearly not in good health when this film was shot, and it could be argued that rejoining fellow travelers Pete Seeger, Ronnie Gilbert, and Fred Hellerman on-stage... Continue >>
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