Film Block #14 - Documentary Feature - "The Goddess of Slide"

Are you attending multiple events or more than one day? Get your festival passes here. This AFMX 2024 film block includes the Documentary Feature - "The Goddess of Slide" 

Directed by -  Alfonso Maiorana

"Goddess of Slide: The Forgotten Story of Ellen McIlwaine is a feature length documentary about the legendary – and largely forgotten – Canadian musician who fought for her right to play the slide guitar, a male- dominated instrument in a male-dominated world. Eight months after arriving in Greenwich Village with no prospects, she found herself opening for the biggest blues legends in the world, like Odetta, Richie Havens, and Mississippi John Hurt. But it’s the six magical nights Ellen, a young fearless redhead, ignited the stage with Jimi Hendrix that changed the course of her life. Goddess of Slide is an intimate look at a pioneer performer whose road trip to stardom and long career deserves a rightful place in music history.“

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ATTENTION FESTIVAL PASS HOLDERS: This event is first come, first serve for pass holder seating. You do not have to reserve or purchase a ticket to the event. Arrive at the event start time with your festival pass to gain entry. This includes daily pass holders (must have pass marked for that day's events).

SINGLE TICKET PURCHASES:  Are available for entry to this block only. Ticket holders have a reserved number of seats and the theater will be open seating, no seat reservations are required.

Please Note: Location & time are subject to change.