Jerry Lee Lewis

1990

  • Jerry Lee Lewis is one of the most electrifying and talented artists in Rock & Roll history. This film features highlights from his previously unreleased performance at the 1969 Toronto Rock & Roll Revival intercut with earlier moments from his controversial career (including his marriage to his 13 year old cousin) and explosion onto the music scene. Songs performed by Lewis include: “High School Confidential,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “You Win Again,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Breathless,” “Hound Dog, Whole Lotta Shakin’,” “I’ve Got a Woman,” “I’m on Fire,” “I Believe in You,” “Mystery Train,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “High Heel Sneakers”.

     

     

  • A film by Chris Hegedus and D A Pennebaker 1990, 52 min., color