In “Roots of Fire,” a group of musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The genre’s contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy Award nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and aging fans leave some questioning the music’s longevity. Featuring electrifying performances, this vibrant documentary examines the intersection between music and preserving tradition for future generations.
Amidst shuttered rural dance clubs and encroaching globalization, five Grammy-award-winning musicians push against stereotypes of the American South and move the music of their ancestors forward. But their fans are getting older, and the language is fading away. Will their efforts be enough to save a dying community?
With music from:
• JOURDAN THIBODEAUX ET LES RÔDAILLEURS
• FEUFOLLET
• PINE LEAF BOYS
• T’MONDE
• BONSOIR, CATIN
Featuring:
• JOEL SAVOY
• JOURDAN THIBODEAUX
• KRISTI GUILLORY
• WILSON SAVOY
• KELLI JONES (K.C. JONES)
The film’s Streaming Release is Set for May 7th on Apple TV and Amazon. It will also be available on DVD.
