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Hot Pepper

1973· 0h 54m

DocumentaryMusic

Directed by Les Blank

6.8/ 10

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Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Overview

A musical portrait of Zydeco King Clifton Chenier, who combines the pulsating rhythms of Cajun dance music and black R&B with African overtones, belting out his irresistible music in the sweaty juke joints of South Louisiana.

Cast

Clifton Chenier

Himself

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