Completed - ENGLISH-UNITED STATES - Documentary, Musical, Biography - 91 minutes
A chronicle of the private and public life of Valerie Sassyfras, a 67-year-old entertainer from New Orleans chasing her popstar dreams.
Year of production : 2020 Director(s) : Ella HATAMIAN, Stiven LUKA Cast : Valerie SASSYFRAS Producer(s) : Ella HATAMIAN, Stiven LUKA
Valerie Sassyfras is a 68-year-old entertainer from New Orleans with musical roots in Zydeco and Cajun. Her live performances combine the accordion, the mandolin, and signature dance moves in an original blend of swamp-pop that’s earned The Sass a dedicated cult following. After a video of her song “Girls’ Night Out” goes viral and appears on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, she is invited to compete on America’s Got Talent. With Valerie center stage, Nobody May Come is both a commentary on the reality shows that exploit performers for views, and a portrait of an artist who's still emerging.
Country(ies) : USA
New Orleans Film Festival 2020 (Best Cinematography Prize)Toronto Arthouse Film Festival 2022 (Best Documentary Feature Film)