The Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins
Les Blank's portrait of the great Texas bluesman, 'Lightnin' Hopkins. The film includes interviews and a performance by Hopkins. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2002.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1968 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, Music |
| Director | Les Blank |
| Runtime | 31 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.8/10 (21 votes) |
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Les Blank constructs this portrait by relying on patient observation. He explores the connection between the artist and his environment, building the film around Hopkins' candid presence and letting the music speak for itself.
What lingers after the final chord is the raw, unfiltered essence of a bluesman's world. It feels less like watching a documentary and more like sharing a front-porch conversation. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Les Blank
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Best enjoyed late at night, letting the raw blues set a contemplative mood.
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