Tribeca Film Festival to Open With “Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President”

A general view of atmosphere at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival. Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival

The documentary Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President has been set as this year’s Tribeca Film Festival’s opener. 

Multiple outlets confirm that the presidential portrait docu feature will open the 19th Tribeca Film Festival. The world premiere event will take place on April 15 at New York’s Beacon Theatre. 

The rockumentary was directed by veteran music documentarian Mary Wharton. It was written by Bill Flanagan and produced by Chris Farrell. 

“The film accurately captures my love for all music and the importance music has played in my personal and professional life. I remain hopeful and believe that music can serve to bring us together as a nation,” Carter said in a statement. “Rosalynn and I are pleased with the fine film Mary and Chris have made and thank all those involved for telling this story. We are thrilled that it will debut at the Tribeca Film Festival.”

The film’s world premiere will be followed by live performances from Nelson, Paul Shaffer, and others.