Hot Pepper
1973 · 0h 54m · Documentary, Music · United States of America
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.
Directed by
Les BlankStarring
Clifton Chenier6.1Smart score
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accordionafrican american musicianamerican traditional musiccajuncreolelafayettelouisianaracial harmonyzydeco
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