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Music documentary

Hot Pepper (1973): Cast

Hot Pepper (1973) movie poster

Hot Pepper is a 1973 music documentary directed by Les Blank, starring Clifton Chenier. It runs 54 minutes.

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Hot Pepper (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
54 min
Director
Les Blank
Genres
Documentary , Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Hot Pepper About?

The premise of Hot Pepper without spoilers.

The film offers an energetic musical portrait of Zydeco legend Clifton Chenier, showcasing how he fuses the driving beats of Cajun dance music with the soulful grit of black R&B and subtle African influences. He delivers his irresistible sound in the steamy, crowded juke joints of South Louisiana, capturing the vibrant spirit and nightlife of the region.

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Cast & crew

Hot Pepper Cast

Clifton Chenier stars in Hot Pepper. Directed by Les Blank.

From the director

More from Les Blank

More films directed by Les Blank, best-rated first: How to Smell a Rose: A Visit with Ricky Leacock at his Farm in Normandy, All In This Tea, Lagniappe and The Maestro Rides Again.

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Hot Pepper Also Known As

Also known as “辣椒”.

Also known as
  • 辣椒

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FAQ

Hot Pepper FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Hot Pepper, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hot Pepper?

Hot Pepper runs 54 minutes.

When was Hot Pepper released?

Hot Pepper was released on November 22, 1973.

Who directed Hot Pepper?

Hot Pepper was directed by Les Blank.

More films by Les Blank

Who is in the cast of Hot Pepper?

Hot Pepper stars Clifton Chenier.

Does Hot Pepper have a post-credit scene?

No. Hot Pepper has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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