Will Oldham, Aka Bonnie 'Prince' Billy, has always had distinctive music videos, directed by talented folks like Braden King, Harmony Korine, and Andy Bruntel. "Beware," the new Bonnie 'Prince' Billy album, will be released on March 17th, and the album's first single ("I Am Goodbye")--directed by Jennifer Parsons and Leif Johnson--is striking for its lo-fi elegance and beauty. Oldham is a compelling performer, both on stage and screen (from "Matewan" to "Old Joy" and "The Guatemalan Handshake"). In "I Am Goodbye," Mr. Billy strolls through the streets of Los Angeles, grinning and bouncing and singing his heart out. It's a joyous walk, a perfect evening, and it's near impossible to take your eyes off the video's bushy-bearded,...
- 3/9/2009
- by James Ponsoldt
- Filmmaker Magazine - Blog
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