Mississippi Blues

1984 1h 36m EN

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7.1

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★7.1TMDB · 5

Documentary

Synopsis

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The two directors meander through rural Mississippi in search of the spirit of local music and society. Highlights the heritage of William Faulkner, the role of Black churches, and gospel and blues music.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Robert Parrish
Languages: English

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ERA

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42 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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CRAFT

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0085946 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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4 / 4

WILD

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Only 5 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

Robert Parrish directs. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Dialogue in English.

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142 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
2Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.
3IMDB entry: tt0085946 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
4Only 5 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.