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Blues Highway is a 1994 American short documentary film directed by Bill Guttentag and Vince DiPersio. The film focuses on the cultural and musical significance of the blues genre, tracing its roots and evolution in America. It presents a narrative that connects the music to the social and historical contexts from which it emerged.
The documentary runs for 30 minutes and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. The film emphasizes the impact of blues music on American culture and shows key figures and locations associated with the genre.
Why Watch
- •See the origins of blues music in America.
- •Meet influential blues musicians and their stories.
- •Find out how blues shaped American culture.
Did You Know
•Blues Highway was released in 1994.
•The film has a runtime of 30 minutes.
•It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Perfect For
Blues music fansDocumentary enthusiastsMusic history students