Over 200 hours of footage were filmed between 2007 and 2010, documenting the personal and professional lives of Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
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Over 200 hours of footage were filmed between 2007 and 2010, documenting the personal and professional lives of Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
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Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová tour the world after the success of the film Once, which won an Academy Award in 2008. The documentary captures their experiences on the road as they navigate newfound fame and the pressures it brings. Filmed between 2007 and 2010, it includes intimate moments at Hansard’s family home. Their relationship faces challenges as they balance their personal lives with their musical careers. The film features over 200 hours of footage, presented in black and white.
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- See Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová's real-life struggles.
- Find out how fame affected their relationship.
- Meet the filmmakers who captured their intimate moments.
Did You Know
- The documentary was filmed between 2007 and 2010.
- It was first shown at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2011.
- The film was cut from over 200 hours of footage.
- The British DVD release occurred in 2014.
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Who directed The Swell Season?
The Swell Season was directed by Nick August-Perna, Chris Dapkins, and Carlo Mirabella-Davis.
What year was The Swell Season released?
The Swell Season was released in 2011.
What is the runtime of The Swell Season?
The runtime of The Swell Season is 89 minutes.
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