Elliott Smith
Steven Paul "Elliott" Smith (August 6, 1969 – October 21, 2003) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. Smith was born in Omaha, Nebraska, raised primarily in Texas, and lived for much of his life in Portland, Oregon, where he first gained popularity. Smith's primary instrument was the guitar, though he was also proficient with piano, clarinet, bass guitar, drums, and harmonica. Smith had a distinctive vocal style, characterized by his "whispery, spiderweb-thin delivery", and used multi-tracking to create vocal layers, textures, and harmonies. Smith died on October 21, 2003 at the age of 34 from two stab wounds to the chest. A possible suicide note, written on a Post-it note, read: "I'm so sorry—love, Elliott. God forgive me."
Heaven Adores You
as Himself (archival footage)Heaven Adores You is an intimate, meditative inquiry into the life and music of Elliott Smith....
Movie pageThe Road to Ruane
as SelfBilly Ruane, storied impresario of the 90s Boston indie music scene. Billy promoted shows and...
Movie pageStrange Parallel
as SelfStrange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter...
Movie pageLucky Three: An Elliott Smith Portrait
as SelfDescribed as "a cross between a video and a documentary, but actually being neither of the two,"...
Movie pageElliott's Suicide
as Self (archive footage)A homage to the late American singer-songwriter Elliott Smith, Elliott’s Suicide is a...
Movie pageSearching for Elliott Smith
as Self (archive footage)The unauthorized biography of the Patron Saint of Indie Rock.
Movie pageUntitled Modest Mouse Documentary
as HimselfDocumentary about the indie rock band Modest Mouse made around 1997, as they were recording...
Movie pageElliott Smith - Olympia, Washington
as uncreditedLive performance from Elliott Smith 1. Son Of Sam 2. Angeles 3. Rose Parade 4. Happiness 5....
Movie pageSaturday Night Live
as Self - Musical GuestA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...
TV Show pageThe Oscars
as SelfAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The...
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