Wise Old Little Boy

Wise Old Little Boy

LET WIND BLOW

2004•56m•9.0/10

MusicDocumentary

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🎬TMDb

9.0/10(1)

'Wise old little boy' is a portrait of Phil Elverum (the microphones) and Kyle Field (little wings). Following them on a tour of small towns and unconventional venues, Ryer Banta explores the world of two incredibly unique and creative musicians.

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Cast

Phil Elverum

Phil Elverum

The Microphones

Kyle Fields

Little Wings

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