Blaze (2018)
Blaze is a 2018 drama movie directed by Ethan Hawke, with a running time of 2h 9m. It stars Ben Dickey, Alia Shawkat and Josh Hamilton.
Inspired by the life of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw country movement that spawned the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three periods in Blaze's life, exploring his love affair with Sybil Rosen; his last, dark night on Earth; and the impact his songs and his death had on his fans, friends, and foes.
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What is Blaze about?
Inspired by the life of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw country movement that spawned the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three periods in Blaze's life, exploring his love affair with Sybil Rosen; his last, dark night on Earth; and the impact his songs and his death had on his fans, friends, and foes.
When was Blaze released?
Blaze was released on 17 August 2018.
How long is Blaze?
Blaze runs 2h 9m.
Who made Blaze?
Blaze was directed by Ethan Hawke.
Where can I watch Blaze?
Blaze is available on AMC+ Amazon Channel, IFC Films Unlimited Apple TV Channel, MUBI Amazon Channel, Philo, Sundance Now and YouTube TV.
Where to watch Blaze
Stream: AMC+ Amazon Channel, IFC Films Unlimited Apple TV Channel, MUBI Amazon Channel, Philo, Sundance Now, YouTube TV
Watch free: Kanopy
Watch free with ads: The Roku Channel
Rent: Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Ben Dickey as Blaze Foley
- Alia Shawkat as Sybil Rosen
- Josh Hamilton as Zee
- Lloyd Teddy Johnson Jr. as Concho January
- Charlie Sexton as Townes Van Zant
- Wyatt Russell as Glyn
- Jenn Lyon as Cinnamon
- Ritchie Montgomery as T J
- Gurf Morlix as Himself
- David Kallaway as Dennis
- Jonathan Marc Sherman as Sam
- Jean Carlot as Jeannette