Released:
1972-05-22

Overview:
Directed by renowned British film director Tony Palmer, this film captures the band at the Maidstone Fiesta during the summer of 1970 as they run through their set of the time. This included various jigs and reels, and the songs Sir Patrick Spens and Now Be Thankful. The film also features two songs from Matthews Southern Comfort, the band led by former Fairport Convention member, Ian Matthews.

Director:
Tony Palmer

Runtime:
0h 31min

Genre:
Music, Documentary

• Cast:
• 
  Richard Thompson
  as
  Self - Fairport Convention (lead guitarist)
• 
  Simon Nicol
  as
  Self - Fairport Convention (rhythm guitarist)
• 
  Dave Swarbrick
  as
  Self - Fairport Convention (violinist)
• 
  Dave Mattacks
  as
  Self - Fairport Convention (drummer)
• 
  Dave Pegg
  as
  Self - Fairport Convention (bassist)