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Parris Patton

Parris Patton graduated from the University of Bridgeport's film program in 1988. His thesis films "Dancer" won several honors including the Chicago International Film Festival's Gold Plaque. Shortly after moving to Los Angeles, Parris met the artist then known as Prince. He was hired as Head of Film Production at Paisley Park Studios and moved to Minnesota. During the next three years Parris pro…

Known For

Amazing Journey: The Story of The WhoAmazing Journey: The Story of The Who · 2007
Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who
★ 7.12007
MovieDocumentaryMusic
A documentary on The Who, featuring interviews with the band's two surviving members, Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey.
Behind the Life of Chris GainesBehind the Life of Chris Gaines · 1999
Behind the Life of Chris Gaines
★ 8.01999
MovieDocumentaryMusic
To promote the release of his album Garth Brooks in... The Life of Chris Gaines, Garth Brooks appeared as Chris Gaines in a television "mockumentary," a version of VH1's seminal cable classic Behind the Music, featuring a totally made-up tale that just may be the greatest rock n' roll documentary ever made. This piece of art has everything that makes the story of being a rockstar fucking cool. It has childhood trauma, record label trauma, death, disfigurement, a plane crash, a car crash, sex addiction, redemption, a house fire, random unexplained commentary from Billy Joel, and more sex addiction.
Mary J. Blige's My LifeMary J. Blige's My Life · 2021
Mary J. Blige's My Life
★ 6.62021
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Mary J. Blige set the music world on fire with her trailblazing 1994 LP "My Life." The singer, producer and actress reveals the demons and blessings that inspired the record and propelled her to international stardom. She celebrates the 25th anniversary of her most influential work by performing the album live for the first time.
3 Chains o' Gold3 Chains o' Gold · 1994
3 Chains o' Gold
★ 4.81994
MovieMusic
In Egypt, princess Maytes father is assassinated by seven men, leaving her with the sacred three chains of gold. She decides to seek out the help of Prince in USA, and sends him a tape of her dancing. Prince immediately falls in love with her, but is frightened by the commitment. He tries to escape through having sex with others, but his heart isn't in it. His heart belongs to Mayte...
The Who: At Kilburn 1977The Who: At Kilburn 1977 · 2008
The Who: At Kilburn 1977
★ 7.82008
MovieMusic
Featuring one of the last public appearances by Keith Moon, the 1977 Kilburn show is a long-sought holy grail for fans of The Who, performing before a select audience on December 15, 1977 at Kilburn. Also included is a much earlier never-before-seen rarity and one of the band's personal favorites, The Who's powerhouse London Coliseum gig from 1969.
No Room for RockstarsNo Room for Rockstars · 2012
No Room for Rockstars
★ 8.02012
MovieDocumentaryMusic
With more than 300 hours of film shot during the 2010 Tour, 'No Room for Rockstars' documents the true stories of modern era rock and roll . From the kids traveling cross country in a van playing parking lots to gain notice, to the veteran stage manager whose life was saved by the Tour, to the musician who crosses over to mainstream success while on the road.
Prince: The Sacrifice Of VictorPrince: The Sacrifice Of Victor · 1994
Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor
★ 8.01994
MovieMusic
Available for The 1st Time! Exclusive footage taken from one of Prince and the N.P.G.'s infamous aftershow parties! Act II Aftershow - Bagley's Warehouse, London : 8th September 1993 (am)
Uprising: Hip-Hop and the LA RiotsUprising: Hip-Hop and the LA Riots · 2012
Uprising: Hip-Hop and the LA Riots
★ 8.02012
MovieDocumentary
Filmmaker Mark Ford discusses the Los Angeles riots and the impact of rap music on the events.

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