Patti Smith: Dream of Life

Patti Smith: Dream of Life

Appearances by: Jackson Smith, Jesse Smith, Tom Verlaine, Sam Shepard, Philip Glass, Benjamin Smoke, Flea, Michael Stipe.

Director: Steven Sebring
Genre: Documentary
Rated: M
Running Time 109 minutes

Steven Sebring's multi-award winning plunge into the philosophy and artistry of cult rocker Patti Smith- legendary singer, artist and poet. Known as the godmother of punk, Patti Smith emerged in the 1970s, galvanizing the music scene with her unique style of poetic rage, music and trademark swagger.

Narrated by Patti Smith, the film explores spirituality, history and self expression through her spoken words, performances, lyrics, interviews, paintings and photographs. Dream of Life reveals a complicated, charismatic personality who wrestles with life's many paradoxes. Patti Smith defines the human experience as an overwhelming contradiction; she pulls the strings of her guitar and simply makes music.

Special Features: 37 minutes of Bonus Footage and Deleted Scenes and Theatrical Trailer.