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The true story of Sparklehorse

The documentary “The Sad & Beautiful World of Sparklehorse” will be shown at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 28, at the Jackson County Public Library in Sylva.

Written by Angela Faye Martin and directed by Alex Crowton and Bobby Dass, the film is about former Hayesville resident Mark Linkous, singer-songwriter and founder of the alternative rock band Sparklehorse.

A cult and hugely influential figure in the alternative music scene, the critically-acclaimed Linkous had a dramatic life that saw him battle with drug and alcohol addiction, paralysis, and debilitating depression that resulted in his eventual suicide.

Linkous’ music was heralded by his peers and critics — a mix of delicate pop, discordant punk and melodic odyssey — it has been described as defiantly surrealist with all manner of references to smiling babies, organ music, birds, and celestial bodies.

The film mines Linkous’ life and music and navigates the sacrifices and highs and lows of his art. There will be a “Q & A” session with writer/narrator Martin following the screening. The event is free and open to the public.

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