title: Billy Childish Is Dead
text: # Billy Childish Is Dead
  
  Billy Childish Is Dead is a 2005 rock n’ roll-themed documentary on the life of Billy Childish. It is directed by Graham Bendel. It features live footage of his bands Thee Headcoats, Thee Milkshakes, and others.
  
  ## Awards
  
  It was nominated for the 2005 The Raindance Award of the British Independent Film Awards.
  
  ## Reception
  
  * Variety calls it a cult feature.
  * Music News calls it a "great rock'n'roll movie".
  