Forum of Independents - Tribute to Les Blank 2008 / The Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins / USA 1969
A lively portrait of great Texas bluesman Sam “Lightnin’” Hopkins (1912–1982), a key figure in the transition from country to city blues, and one of the most prolific blues artists of the 20th century. Includes performances of classic blues at an outdoor barbeque and black rodeo.
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.
31 min / Color, 16 mm
Director Les Blank
/ Dir. of Photography Les Blank
/ Music Lightnin’ Hopkins
/ Editor Les Blank
/ Producer Les Blank
/ Production Flower Films
/ Cast Lightnin’ Hopkins, Billy Bizor
/ Contact Flower Films
Flower Films
10341 San Pablo Avenue, 94530, El Cerrito
United States of America
Phone: +1 510 525 0942
Fax: +1 510 525 1204
E-mail: [email protected]
Les Blank
Film Director
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