Kudzu (1977)

Kudzu (1977) poster

Kudzu, or Pueraria Thunbergiana, is a vine threatening to take over large portions of the Southern landscape. Imported from Japan by the Departement of Agriculture in the 30's for erosion control, its spreading growth has become a problem of menacing proportions. Kudzu is an off-beat, witty, informative documentary about the vine that is devouring the South. Featuring the Kudzu Queen, the Kudzu rock band, a cast of real-life characters and an appearance by former President Jimmy Carter, it illustrates how Southern cultural traditions have quickly grown up around a botanical pest. The eminent American poet and novelist James Dickey ("Deliverance"), recites three stanzas of his poem, "Kudzu."

Director: Marjie Short
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 16 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Philip Griffin
Editing: Loren Miller, Marjie Short
Production: Pyramid Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en

Themes

Botanical Wonders and the Plant World, Plant Kingdom: Hidden Life

Keywords

plants

Trailer

Kudzu Trailer
More Films by Director: Marjie Short
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kudzu about?
Kudzu, or Pueraria Thunbergiana, is a vine threatening to take over large portions of the Southern landscape. Imported from Japan by the Departement of Agriculture in the 30's for erosion control, its spreading growth has become a problem of menacing proportions. Kudzu is an off-beat, witty, informative documentary about the vine that is devouring the South. Featuring the Kudzu Queen, the Kudzu rock band, a cast of real-life characters and an appearance by former President Jimmy Carter, it illustrates how Southern cultural traditions have quickly grown up around a botanical pest. The eminent American poet and novelist James Dickey ("Deliverance"), recites three stanzas of his poem, "Kudzu."
Who directed Kudzu?
Kudzu was directed by Marjie Short.
Who stars in Kudzu?
Kudzu stars James Dickey, Jimmy Carter, Alice Walker, Nancy Loewenstein, Edith Edwards.
How long is Kudzu?
Kudzu has a runtime of 16m (16 minutes).
What genre is Kudzu?
Kudzu is a Documentary film.
Where was Kudzu produced?
Kudzu was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Kudzu?
The themes of Kudzu include: Botanical Wonders and the Plant World, Plant Kingdom: Hidden Life.