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201754 minMdocumentary

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Blasko

201754 minMdocumentary

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Sarah Blasko reflects on her career and the balance between commercial success and artistic integrity while crafting songs for her new album in this insightful documentary.

“A rare and intimate insight into the process of one of Australia's most intriguing songwriters: Sarah Blasko.”

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Brendan Fletcher,

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Sarah Blasko reflects on her career and the balance between commercial success and artistic integrity while crafting songs for her new album in this insightful documentary.

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Brendan Fletcher

Brendan Fletcherdirector

Dylan River

Dylan Riverdirector

Sarah Blasko

Sarah Blaskocast

Ben Fletchercast

David Hunt

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Sarah Blasko sits at her piano, crafting songs for her new album. The 54-minute documentary follows the Australian musician as she reflects on her career. Blasko discusses the tension between commercial success and artistic integrity. Candid moments reveal her commitment to authenticity in a profit-driven industry. Directed by Dylan River, "Blasko" offers a look at the creative process of one of Australia's notable indie artists.

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