The Wavy Gravy Movie: Saint Misbehavin'

Movie · Documentary · Independent

THE WAVY GRAVY MOVIE: SAINT MISBEHAVIN' takes us on an unforgettable trip through the extraordinary life of poet, clown, activist and FUNdraiser Wavy Gravy. Through candid interviews with Wavy's family and friends, including Jackson Browne, Odetta and Bonnie Raitt, and close encounters with Wavy himself, SAINT MISBEHAVIN' paints a moving and surprising portrait of his lifelong passion for peace, justice and understanding. This riveting film shows how one individual can make a difference - and have fun doing it! Exploring the man behind the countercultural icon, SAINT MISBEHAVIN' showcases the enormous humanity and intelligence of this Holy Fool and his commitment to basic human needs. From poetry readings in Greenwich Village to an epic bus trip from England to Nepal by wayof Afghanistan - from keeping the peace at Woodstock to his present-day mission raising funds for sight-saving operations in developing countries and co-directing a circus and performing arts camp... this entertaining and captivating film shines a fresh light on many of the seminal events of our time and reveals the deep determination of a truly one-of-a-kind individual. A testament to the sheer joy of living a life of service to humankind and our planet, THE WAVY GRAVY MOVIE: SAINT MISBEHAVIN' will entertain, enrich and inspire.

2009 · 1h 26m
  • 73%
Starring Hugh Romney, Bonnie Beecher, Jackson Browne
Director Michelle Esrick

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Cast & Crew

  • H‌R
    Hugh Romney
    Actor
  • B‌B
    Bonnie Beecher
    Actor
  • Jackson Browne
    Actor
  • S‌B
    Steve Ben Israel
    Actor
  • Dr. Larry Brilliant
    Actor
  • Odetta
    Actor
  • Bonnie Raitt
    Actor
  • M‌E
    Michelle Esrick
    Director
  • M‌E
    Michelle Esrick
    Producer
  • D‌B
    David Becker
    Producer

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The Wavy Gravy Movie: Saint Misbehavin'

Documentary

THE WAVY GRAVY MOVIE: SAINT MISBEHAVIN' takes us on an unforgettable trip through the extraordinary life of poet, clown, activist and FUNdraiser Wavy Gravy. Through candid interviews with Wavy's family and friends, including Jackson Browne, Odetta and Bonnie Raitt, and close encounters with Wavy himself, SAINT MISBEHAVIN' paints a moving and surprising portrait of his lifelong passion for peace, justice and understanding. This riveting film shows how one individual can make a difference - and have fun doing it! Exploring the man behind the countercultural icon, SAINT MISBEHAVIN' showcases the enormous humanity and intelligence of this Holy Fool and his commitment to basic human needs. From poetry readings in Greenwich Village to an epic bus trip from England to Nepal by wayof Afghanistan - from keeping the peace at Woodstock to his present-day mission raising funds for sight-saving operations in developing countries and co-directing a circus and performing arts camp... this entertaining and captivating film shines a fresh light on many of the seminal events of our time and reveals the deep determination of a truly one-of-a-kind individual. A testament to the sheer joy of living a life of service to humankind and our planet, THE WAVY GRAVY MOVIE: SAINT MISBEHAVIN' will entertain, enrich and inspire.

73%

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Reviews 15
Fresh 11
Rotten 4

Information

Studio
Docurama
Released
2009
Run Time
1 hr 26 min
Rated
Unrated N/A
Region of Origin
United States
© 2019 Kino Lorber

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Original Audio
English
Audio

English (United States) (⁨Dolby 5.1⁩, AAC)

Subtitles

English (CC)

Accessibility

Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.
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