Roots of Fire

Overview

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

September 21, 2023

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English, French

Cast

Wilson Savoy,Kristi Guillory,Jourdan Thibodeaux,Kelli Jones,Joel A. Savoy

Director

Abby Berendt Lavoi,Jeremey Lavoi

Writer

Abby Berendt Lavoi,Jeremey Lavoi

Cinematography

Jeremey Lavoi

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt8069840