Writer and poet Steven J. Bernstein, aka Jesse Bernstein, is the subject of this documentary. Bernstein, a celebrated and troubled voice from Seattle, wrote about sensitive souls, drifters, and drug addicts, often exploring themes of alienation and societal disconnection in his work. As a key figure in Seattle's legendary rock scene of the late 80's and early 90's, Bernstein was dubbed the 'Godfather of Grunge' by the British magazine THE INDEPENDENT in 1991.
I Am Secretly an Important Man
A poignant documentary exploring the life and music of a renowned Seattle-based artist, known for his distinctive rhythms and poignant lyrics that capture the struggles of sensitive outcasts.