Richard Thompson - Solitary Life (Rockumentary)

The enigmatic and critically acclaimed British folk rock singer is explored in this profile. Contributors to the programme include Billy Connolly, Bonnie Raitt, ex-wife Linda Thompson, Harry Shearer (Spinal Tap's Derek Smalls) and Richard's wife Nancy Covey. As Thompson, hailed as one of Britain's finest songwriters, releases his first album in four years and tours the UK, this documentary films him at home in both London and Los Angeles - the first time such intimate access has b...

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