Question 1

Why was 'A Poem Is a Naked Person' not commercially distributed for many years?

Accepted Answer

Producer Leon Russell did not allow commercial distribution; until 2012 it could only be shown when presented by director Les Blank in person to a nonprofit. After Blank's death, his son Harrod persuaded Russell to release it.

Question 2

What parody of a famous insurance commercial appears in the film?

Accepted Answer

In Leon Russell's swimming pool, a live baby chick is fed to a snake with the line, 'You're in good hands with Allsnake,' parodying Allstate Insurance.

Question 3

How much footage was shot for the film?

Accepted Answer

Between 50 and 60 hours of footage was shot.

Question 4

Which festivals featured 'A Poem Is a Naked Person'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at SXSW Film Festival (2015), Göteborg Film Festival (2016), and BFI London Film Festival (2015).

Question 5

Who directed and produced the documentary?

Accepted Answer

Les Blank directed and wrote the film; producers were Denny Cordell and Leon Russell.

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