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1989

I Went to the Dance

Directed by Les Blank

The definitive film on the history of the toe-tapping, foot-stomping music of French Southwest Louisiana. Includes many Cajun and Zydeco greats, featuring Michael Doucet and Beausoleil, Clifton Chenier, Marc and Ann Savoy, D.L. Menard, and many others.

Duration

1h 24m

Released

October 13, 1989

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Cast7

  • Michael Doucet
  • Clifton Chenier
  • Marc Savoy
  • Ann Savoy
  • D. L. Menard
  • Varise Conner
  • George Broussard

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