BIG EARS FESTIVAL

Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted (2024)

Directed by Isaac Gale and Ryan Olson

Sat   Mar   29   2025 - 11:30 AM Regal Riviera Cinema 2

“Whether or not you know Jerry “Swamp Dogg” Williams when the documentary begins, it’s easy to walk away feeling like this is pretty much exactly the spotlight that Swamp Dogg deserves.” – The Hollywood Reporter

Legendary musician Swamp Dogg, alongside housemates Moogstar and Guitar Shorty, has made his home an artistic playground. Together they navigate the tumultuous waves of the music industry, and forge a unique and inspiring path across time and space.

Hidden away deep in the suburban San Fernando Valley, legendary cult musician Swamp Dogg, alongside housemates Moogstar and Guitar Shorty, has transformed his home into an artistic playground. Together, they navigate the tumultuous waves of the music industry, and forge a wonderfully bizarre and inspiring path across time and space.

Runtime: 97 Minutes

Q&A to Follow Screening

Directors: Isaac Gale, Ryan Olson
Executive Producer: Molly Menard
Producer: Isaac Gale, Paul Lovelace, David McMurry, Ryan Olson, Ben Wu
Cinematographer: David McMurry, Ryan Thompson
Editor: Paul Lovelace, Isaac Gale, Ryan Olson
Sound Designer: Ryan Olson, Eric Friend
Music: Swamp Dogg, Moogstar, Ryan Olson, Alex Epton
Principal Cast: Swamp Dogg, Alonzo Williams, Moogstar, Tom Kenny, Guitar Shorty, Mike Judge, Dr. Jeri Williams, Johnny Knoxville, Naeem Juwan, John Prine
Additional Credits:
Co-Director: David McMurry, Co-Producer: Townson Wells, Narrator: Greg Grease

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