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The Weird World of Blowfly

CFF-18 certification
DOCUMENTARIES
Director: Jonathan Furmanski. Starring: Clarence Reid.
United States, 2010. 93 mins.
Singer-songwriter Clarence 'Blowfly' Reid has been rapping dirty since 1965, when he released what is widely believed to be the world's first rap song. THE WEIRD WORLD OF BLOWFLY follows the wrinkly rapper on tour, as he staggers from stage to stage in spandex and sequins, performing his x-rated parodies of soul and R&B classics. Many of these cult hits were originally conceived purely for his own amusement as a young cotton picker in Georgia. Reid went on to enjoy a successful career as a writer and producer, creating hits such as KC & The Sunshine Band's Sound Your Funky Horn. THE WEIRD WORLD OF BLOWFLY brings to life the story of the grumpiest, funkiest old man who ever rocked a mic.

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Arts Picturehouse

Friday 17 September, 10:30PM

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1 star rating

The Weird World of Blowfly by Festival Daily

20 Sep 2010

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