88 minutes
Three Chords and the Truth (2023)
Angie (Marshall) could have been one of Australia’s leading musicians, but she sabotaged her own career. Now in her forties, she’s dying and alone – but determined to record one last album. Money is tight and the odd gig at the local pub doesn’t exactly fill the coffers. When she meets teenage runaway Ruby (Maisie Owens), the pair form an unlikely bond. Angie teaches her to play the guitar and write songs, but despite their closeness Angie just can’t bring herself to tell Ruby the truth about her illness. Marshall’s own songs, and resonant voice, alongside the Newcastle setting, bring a tender authenticity to this rebellious music-driven drama.
Angie (Marshall) could have been one of Australia’s leading musicians, but she sabotaged her own career. Now in her forties, she’s dying and alone – but determined to record one last album. Money is tight and the odd gig at the local pub doesn’t exactly fill the coffers. When she meets teenage runaway Ruby (Maisie Owens), the pair form an unlikely bond. Angie teaches her to play the guitar and write songs, but despite their closeness Angie just can’t bring herself to tell Ruby the truth about her illness. Marshall’s own songs, and resonant voice, alongside the Newcastle setting, bring a tender authenticity to this rebellious music-driven drama.
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Cast
Jackie Marshall
Maisie Owens
Matthew Heys
Timothy Blundell
Leigh Ivin
More about Three Chords and the Truth
Languages
English
Release date
07 June 2023
Directors
Claire Pasvolsky
Genres
Drama, Music
Runtime
88 mins
Three Chords and the Truth is a Drama film directed by Claire Pasvolsky and starring Jackie Marshall and Maisie Owens. It has a runtime of 88 minutes.
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