I Went to the Dance
J'ai été au bal
Synopsis
The definitive film on the history of the toe-tapping, foot-stomping music of French Southwest Louisiana. Includes many Cajun and Zydeco greats, featuring Michael Doucet and Beausoleil, Clifton Chenier, Marc and Ann Savoy, D.L. Menard, and many others.
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I WENT TO THE DANCE (TRAILER)
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-03-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Les Blank, Chris Strachwitz
- Original Score
- Michael Doucet
- Original Title
- J'ai été au bal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Les Blank Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Les Blank, Chris Strachwitz
Michael Doucet
Les Blank
Maureen Gosling
Chris Strachwitz
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Doucet
Original Music Composer
Les Blank
Director of Photography
Maureen Gosling
Editor
Chris Strachwitz
Producer
Les Blank
Director
Chris Strachwitz
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About I Went to the Dance
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What is I Went to the Dance about?
The definitive film on the history of the toe-tapping, foot-stomping music of French Southwest Louisiana. Includes many Cajun and Zydeco greats, featuring Michael Doucet and Beausoleil, Clifton Chenier, Marc and Ann Savoy, D.L. Menard, and many others.
Who directed I Went to the Dance?
I Went to the Dance was directed by Les Blank, Chris Strachwitz.
Who stars in I Went to the Dance?
The principal cast of I Went to the Dance includes Michael Doucet, Clifton Chenier, Marc Savoy, Ann Savoy, D. L. Menard.
When was I Went to the Dance released and how long is it?
I Went to the Dance was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for I Went to the Dance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I Went to the Dance was composed by Michael Doucet.