Marion Barry
as Himself
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Ballou is available to stream on SuperFilmz. In US, it may also be listed on services like Fawesome, IndieFlix and IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, depending on licensing. Availability can vary by region, since the film is primarily produced for audiences in United States of America. However, you can watch Ballou for free on SuperFilmz, with ads.
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What is Ballou about?
Ballou , a documentary film, follows the talented Washington, DC, Ballou Senior High School Marching Band, as they overcome their negative environment filled with guns, drugs, and violence, and uplift the community with music, dedication, and personal sacrifice. This Washington, DC, High School Marching Band--from an impoverished community just 3 miles away from the US Capitol building--is on its way to the national band competition. They are a family with heart and soul that use hard work, discipline, and compassion to overcome all obstacles. Political leaders and celebrities including Rev. Jesse Jackson, Gen (ret) Colin Powell, Congressman John Lewis, Marion Barry, Denyce Graves, DC Mayor Adrian Fenty and Chuck Brown are featured in the film to show the importance of a small marching band in the lives the band members and in the community. It blends documentary elements. The film reflects a distinct United States of America style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director Michael Patrei. With a runtime of 1h 30m, it offers a comfortable feature-length experience.
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Cast and crew of Ballou
The main cast includes Marion Barry, Chuck Brown and Lewis Franklin. Behind the camera, the film is directed by Michael Patrei, written by Michael Patrei, produced by Casey Callister and Page Ostrow.
Chuck Brown
as Himself
Lewis Franklin
as Himself
Denyce Graves
as Herself
Rhia Hardman
as Herself
Kenneth Horne
as Himself
Jesse Jackson
as Himself
Colin Powell
as Himself
Darrell Watson
as Himself