Overview

Blues and folk singer Karen Dalton was a prominent figure in 1960s New York. Idolized by Bob Dylan and Nick Cave, Karen discarded the traditional trappings of success and led an unconventional life until her early death. Since most images of Karen have been lost or destroyed, the film uses Karen's dulcet melodies and interviews with loved ones to build a rich portrait of this singular woman and her hauntingly beautiful voice.

Cast

Karen Dalton

Self (archive footage)

Nick Cave

Self

N/A

Lacy J. Dalton

Self

Rick Moody

Self

N/A

Abralyn Baird

Self

N/A

Hunt Middleton

Self

Vanessa Carlton

Self

Angel Olsen

Karen's journals, lyrics & poems (voice)

N/A

Peter Walker

Self

Bob Dylan

Self (archive footage)

N/A

Peter Stampfel

Self - Musician and Friend

N/A

Dick Weissman

Self - Musician and Friend