Saw this movie about a local music scene...
The movie was called "Last of the Mississipi Jukes". My family is planning on taking a little trip over that way, so I thought I'd enjoy this documentary.
It ended up being not so much a re-telling of all of those blue legends and such, but more of how these (very) small clubs in rural and small-town Miss. are faring in the face of the modern world and even the ever-multiplying
numbers of Casinos.
The film seems to show the value of truly 'local' scenes and some communities that have seen their value and have worked to keep them going. Most of these players are not known outside of their region, or even their neighborhoods, but have built up something special.
I just thought it might be interesting/encouraging/thought-provoking for some of the folks 'round here who are interested in those terms 'local' and 'authentic' and the battles fought to keep them rolling.
[I found it on "Netflix"; I'm not sure how available the movies is at rental stores.]
PS: Re Local, Authentic
On the subject of local businesses disappearing I would encourage viewing "Indies Under Fire: The Battle For The American Bookstore." Interestingly, this CANNOT be found at Netflix. Distributed by AK Press.
On my list...
I just put this one on my list. Robert Mugge's name on a film is a sure-fire indicator of good work. And hey, if nothing else, I'll be looking for Alvin Youngblood Hart! Of the myriad blues musicians who have appeared at Crossroads he was my fave. Not to mention that I have always been a proponent of locally-owned businesses. Thanks for the tip.
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