Benjamin Smoke(2000)
What is the sound of the queer southern blues?
Benjamin Smoke Synopsis
Benjamin Smoke is the highly acclaimed documentary by directors Jem Cohen and Peter Sillen on legendary underground musician Benjamin Smoke. Benjamin Smoke follows the crooked path of this fringe-dweller, speed-freak, occasional drag-queen and all-around renegade living in the hidden Atlanta neighborhood called “Cabbagetown,” and playing with his band Smoke.
Benjamin Smoke (2000) is a documentary and music film directed by Jem Cohen, released on September 13, 2000 with a runtime of 1h 12m. It stars Benjamin Dickerson and Patti Smith. Viewers rate it 5.0 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- Jem Cohen
- Status:
- Released
Benjamin Smoke (2000) Trailer
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Benjamin Smoke Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Jem Cohen.
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Benjamin Smoke Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.0/10 from 8 ratings.
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Benjamin Smoke – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Benjamin Smoke online?
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Benjamin Smoke (2000) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Benjamin Smoke?
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The main cast of Benjamin Smoke (2000) includes Benjamin Dickerson and Patti Smith. The film was directed by Jem Cohen. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Benjamin Smoke released?
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Benjamin Smoke was released on September 13, 2000 and runs for 1h 12m.
Is Benjamin Smoke worth watching?
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Benjamin Smoke (2000) holds an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Benjamin Smoke?
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Yes. The official Benjamin Smoke trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.