Newport Mercury
..deftly explores the many origins and influences of the blues style, and what pops up is a beautifully engaging collage of interviews, performances and historical accounts of blues playing over the decades.
When I was in Mississippi in
1963 and 1964 Clarksdale was
of course an important place for
the movement. But we were
unaware of its rich history with
the blues. So this film was
very fascinating for me
- Howard Zinn
A wonderful film.
- Ken Burns
This is a F&%#ing great movie!
- Jim Belushi
Delta Rising can consider me
a good friend and big fan.
- Dan Ackroyd
October 15, 16, 17, 18