
In Roots of Fire, a group of musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The genre's contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy Award nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and aging fans leave some questioning the music’s longevity. Featuring electrifying performances, this vibrant documentary examines the intersection between music and preserving tradition for future generations.
- DirectorAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- ScreenwriterAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- ProducerAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- CastWilson Savoy, Joel Savoy, Kelli Jones, Kristi Guillory, Jourdan Thibodeaux,
- CinematographerJeremey Lavoi
- EditorAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- AnimatorFelipe Grosso, Cabong Studios
- Sound DesignStephen Thorpe
- MusicRoddie Romero, Joel Savoy, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Wilson Savoy, Kristi Guillory, Kelli Jones, Anna Laura Edmiston, T'Monde, Bonsoir Catin, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Les Rôdailleurs, Feufollet, Pine Leaf Boys
In Roots of Fire, a group of musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The genre's contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy Award nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and aging fans leave some questioning the music’s longevity. Featuring electrifying performances, this vibrant documentary examines the intersection between music and preserving tradition for future generations.
- DirectorAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- ScreenwriterAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- ProducerAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- CastWilson Savoy, Joel Savoy, Kelli Jones, Kristi Guillory, Jourdan Thibodeaux,
- CinematographerJeremey Lavoi
- EditorAbby Berendt Lavoi, Jeremey Lavoi
- AnimatorFelipe Grosso, Cabong Studios
- Sound DesignStephen Thorpe
- MusicRoddie Romero, Joel Savoy, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Wilson Savoy, Kristi Guillory, Kelli Jones, Anna Laura Edmiston, T'Monde, Bonsoir Catin, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Les Rôdailleurs, Feufollet, Pine Leaf Boys