Review of The Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye (2012) by Mauricio M — 16 Nov 2012

Great documentary. I didn't know that Genesis P-Orridge was the father of Industrial music.

This review of The Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye (2012) was written by Mauricio M on 16 Nov 2012.

The Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye has generally received positive reviews.

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Losier's portrait, like her extraordinary subject, feels like a work-in progress rather than the final word…

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