High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

Apr 1 1992 Not Rated 1h 35m
Documentary, Music

Longtime fans of bluegrass music and those only recently discovering it will appreciate this documentary on the genre, which was born of a combination of African and Celtic sounds and is the base of American country music. This film traces the musical form from its Appalachian roots to the present. The rise, fall, and consistent revival of bluegrass chronicled through oral history and visual record, resulting in a priceless film that even casual fans are sure to enjoy.

Plot

Traces the music and sounds from its Appalachian roots to the present. The rise, fall, and consistent revival of bluegrass chronicled through oral history and visual record.

Written by

Rachel Liebling

Directed by

Rachel Liebling

Cast

Sam Bush, Curly Ray Cline, Pat Enright

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Northside Films

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
145
Average Rating
7.9 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA