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Goddess of Slide: The Forgotten Story of Musician Ellen McIlwaine at Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema

Dates: 3/9/2025

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Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema


Goddess of Slide: The Forgotten Story of Musician Ellen McIlwaine is a documentary that chronicles the life and career of a groundbreaking artist who defied conventions in the music industry. Directed by Alfonso Maiorana, the film showcases McIlwaine's journey as one of the first women to embrace the slide guitar, highlighting her struggles against societal expectations and her determination to carve out a unique space in a male-dominated field. From her early days in Greenwich Village to her collaborations with blues legends and Jimi Hendrix, this intimate portrayal captures the essence of a pioneering musician and her lasting impact on music history.

Cast and Creative Team for Goddess of Slide: The Forgotten Story of Musician Ellen McIlwaine at Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema

Cast

Ellen McIlwaine
Self
Alfonso Maiorana
Director
Agata De Santis
Producer

Creative Team

Alfonso Maiorana
Producer

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