Roots of Fire (2023)
The battle to revive dying tradition comes to life through the young musicians of Southwest Louisiana in this powerful musical documentary. Amidst shuttered rural dance clubs and encroaching globalization, five Grammy award-winning artists lend their voices, examine the discrimination that almost erased their customs, and share the unique sounds created when the forces of fresh talent and deep history collide to fight for cultural survival.
Director: Abby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: September 21, 2023
Cast
- Wilson Savoy - Self
- Joel A. Savoy - Self
- Kelli Jones - Self
- Jourdan Thibodeaux - Self
- Kristi Guillory - Self
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jeremey Lavoi
Editing: Abby Berendt Lavoi
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Roots of Fire about?
- The battle to revive dying tradition comes to life through the young musicians of Southwest Louisiana in this powerful musical documentary. Amidst shuttered rural dance clubs and encroaching globalization, five Grammy award-winning artists lend their voices, examine the discrimination that almost erased their customs, and share the unique sounds created when the forces of fresh talent and deep history collide to fight for cultural survival.
- Who directed Roots of Fire?
- Roots of Fire was directed by Abby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi.
- Who stars in Roots of Fire?
- Roots of Fire stars Wilson Savoy, Joel A. Savoy, Kelli Jones, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Kristi Guillory.
- How long is Roots of Fire?
- Roots of Fire has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Roots of Fire?
- Roots of Fire is a Documentary, Music film.