Five wives and multiple children mark the life of David Serva, a flamenco guitarist who left his family in Berkeley, California, to pursue his career in Spain.
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Five wives and multiple children mark the life of David Serva, a flamenco guitarist who left his family in Berkeley, California, to pursue his career in Spain.
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Rachel Leah Jones narrates a personal letter to her father, David Serva, in the documentary Gypsy Davy. Born David Jones in Berkeley, California, he became the first American flamenco guitarist to achieve success in Spain. The film captures his relationships, including five marriages and children from each union, alongside interviews with family members and archival footage. It offers insight into Serva's life and the impact on those close to him.
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Why Watch
- Meet David Serva, a unique flamenco guitarist.
- Find out about a family shaped by abandonment.
- See interviews with family members and archival footage.
Did You Know
- David Serva, born David Jones, was born in Berkeley, California.
- Rachel Leah Jones filmed her father for about a decade.
- David Serva had a total of five wives and children with each.
- Gypsy Davy premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival.
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Who directed the documentary Gypsy Davy?
Gypsy Davy was directed by Rachel Leah Jones.
What is the runtime of Gypsy Davy?
Gypsy Davy has a duration of 96 minutes.
When did Gypsy Davy premiere in the US?
Gypsy Davy premiered in the US at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival.
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