Storyline
Billy Ruane, storied impresario of the 90s Boston indie music scene. Billy promoted shows and inspired cult-like followings of bands by the likes of The Lemonheads, Dinosaur Jr., Pixies, Superchunk, Buffalo Tom, Elliott Smith, Pavement, and Sonic Youth. His gracious treatment of artists set new standards in music. But underneath Billy’s exuberant cartoon-like demeanor and Harvard education, was the pain of a man with deep trauma, who struggled with bipolar disorder and substance abuse, and was confounded by the weight of an endless supply of money.
Cast & Crew
Billy Ruane
Self
Lead
Thurston Moore
Self
J. Mascis
Self
Elliott Smith
Self
Mary Lou Lord
Self
Bill Janovitz
Self
Amanda Palmer
Self
Dana Colley
Self
What People Are Saying
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Gill's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Road to Ruane is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
