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Appalachian Journey

July 19, 1991 0h 58m 8.3/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1991. Appalachian Journey is a documentary film. directed by Alan Lomax. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Alan Lomax

Synopsis

Appalachian Journey is one of five films made from footage that Alan Lomax shot between 1978 and 1985 for the PBS American Patchwork series (1991). It offers songs, dances, stories, and religious rituals of the Southern Appalachians. Preachers, singers, fiddlers, banjo pickers, moonshiners, cloggers, and square dancers recount the good times and the hard times of rural life there. Performers include Tommy Jarrell, Janette Carter, Ray and Stanley Hicks, Frank Proffitt Jr., Sheila Kay Adams, Nimrod Workman and Phyllis Boyens, Raymond Fairchild, and others, with a bonus of a few African-Americans from the North Carolina Piedmont.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 19, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 0h 58m 58 minutes total
User Rating 8.3/10 Excellent (3 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Appalachian Journey about?

Appalachian Journey is one of five films made from footage that Alan Lomax shot between 1978 and 1985 for the PBS American Patchwork series (1991). It offers songs, dances, stories, and religious ...

Who directed Appalachian Journey?

Appalachian Journey was directed by Alan Lomax.

How long is Appalachian Journey?

Appalachian Journey has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).

When was Appalachian Journey released?

Appalachian Journey was released on July 19, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Appalachian Journey?

The main cast of Appalachian Journey includes Alan Lomax.