The Blues Accordin’ to Lightnin’ Hopkins
The Blues Accordin’ to Lightnin’ Hopkins
Colour, 16 mm
USA, 1969, 31 min
Section: Forum of Independents - Tribute to Les Blank
| Director: | Les Blank |
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| Dir. of Photography: | Les Blank |
| Music: | Lightnin’ Hopkins |
| Editor: | Les Blank |
| Producer: | Les Blank |
| Production: | Flower Films |
| Sales: | Flower Films |
| Cast: | Lightnin’ Hopkins, Billy Bizor |
Synopsis
The great Texas bluesman Sam “Lightnin’” Hopkins (1912–1982) is captured brilliantly in this deeply moving film. A key figure in the transition from country to city blues, Hopkins recorded for a host of labels and was one of the most prolific blues artists of the 20th century. Blank reveals Hopkins’ inspiration, visits his boyhood town, and films performances of classic blues at an outdoor barbeque and black rodeo.
Les Blank
Flower Films
10341 San Pablo Avenue, 94530 El Cerrito
USA
Tel: +1 510 525 0942
Fax: +1 510 525 1204
E-mail: Blankfilm@aol.com
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