Garland Jeffreys: The King of in Between

Garland Jeffreys, the mixed-race Brooklyn native whose music defied industry norms, receives long-overdue recognition in this enlightening documentary. His unique fusion of folk, soul, and rock earned him accolades abroad, yet left him underrated at home. Jeffreys’ story, narrated from his NYC home and featuring interviews with fans like Harvey Keitel, Laurie Anderson, and Vernon Reid sheds light on the life and artistry of an unclassifiable talent.

Cast

Bruce Springsteen

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Garland Jeffreys

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Alejandro Escovedo

Graham Parker

Harvey Keitel

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Jamaica Kincaid

Laurie Anderson

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Michael Cuscuna

Vernon Reid

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David Hajdu

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Savannah Jeffreys

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Robert Christgau