Zydeco
Synopsis
Shot on location in rural Southwestern Louisiana, Zydeco combines cinema verite style footage, interviews and musical performance to present a colorful, joyful portrait of the zydeco musicians in their culture. Featuring Dolon Carriere, Armand Ardoin, and Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin. A film by Nicholas R. Spitzer. Color, 57 minutes.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 5, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas R. Spitzer
- Original Title
- Zydeco
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Flower Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas R. Spitzer
Thom Wolf
Department Leadership Roster
Thom Wolf
Editor
Nicholas R. Spitzer
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zydeco
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What is Zydeco about?
Shot on location in rural Southwestern Louisiana, Zydeco combines cinema verite style footage, interviews and musical performance to present a colorful, joyful portrait of the zydeco musicians in their culture. Featuring Dolon Carriere, Armand Ardoin, and Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin. A film by Nicholas R. Spitzer. Color, 57 minutes.
Who directed Zydeco?
Zydeco was directed by Nicholas R. Spitzer.
Who stars in Zydeco?
The principal cast of Zydeco includes Eraste Dolon Carriere, Bebe Carriere, Delton Broussard, Armand Ardoin, Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin.
When was Zydeco released and how long is it?
Zydeco was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 55m.