Louie Bluie
“Filmed at the 1985 Friscofest”
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Crumb director Terry Zwigoff’s first film is a true treat: a documentary about the obscure country-blues musician and idiosyncratic visual artist Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong, member of the last known black string band in America. As beguiling a raconteur as he is a performer, Louie makes for a wildly entertaining movie subject, and Zwigoff honors him with an unsentimental but endlessly affectionate tribute. Full of infectious music and comedy, Louie Bluie is a humane evocation of the kind of pop-cultural marginalia that Zwigoff would continue to excavate in the coming years.
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Stream Louie Bluie online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated documentary and music movie originally produced in English and released in 1985, it's earned a solid 7.6/10 from 13 viewers worldwide.
About Louie Bluie
“Filmed at the 1985 Friscofest”
Crumb director Terry Zwigoff’s first film is a true treat: a documentary about the obscure country-blues musician and idiosyncratic visual artist Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong, member of the last known black string band in America. As beguiling a raconteur as he is a performer, Louie makes for a wildly entertaining movie subject, and Zwigoff honors him with an unsentimental but endlessly affectionate tribute. Full of infectious music and comedy, Louie Bluie is a humane evocation of the kind of pop-cultural marginalia that Zwigoff would continue to excavate in the coming years. Running 60 minutes.
Louie Bluie Cast and Characters
The cast features Howard Armstrong (as Himself), Ted Bogan (as Himself), Jay Lynch (as Himself), Yank Rachell (as Himself), and Ikey Robinson (as Himself). Their performances are a major reason Louie Bluie has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Louie Bluie keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Louie Bluie online for free?
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How long is Louie Bluie?
Louie Bluie runs for 60 minutes (about 1 hour).
Is Louie Bluie good? What's the rating?
Louie Bluie holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 13 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Louie Bluie?
The main cast includes Howard Armstrong, Ted Bogan, Jay Lynch, and Yank Rachell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Louie Bluie available in English?
Yes — Louie Bluie was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Louie Bluie released?
Louie Bluie was released in 1985.
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What is Louie Bluie about?
Louie Bluie is a Documentary/Music English-language film. Crumb director Terry Zwigoff’s first film is a true treat: a documentary about the obscure country-blues musician and idiosyncratic visual artist Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong, member of the last known black string band in America. As beguiling a raconteur as he is a performer, Louie makes for a wildly entertaining movie subject, and Zwigoff honors him with an unsentimental but endlessly affectionate tribute. Full of infectious music and comedy, Louie Bluie is a humane evocation of the kind of pop-cultural marginalia that Zwigoff would continue to excavate in the coming years.
When was Louie Bluie released?
Louie Bluie was released on November 13, 1985. It has a runtime of 1h 0m. The film was produced by Superior.
Who stars in Louie Bluie?
Louie Bluie stars Howard Armstrong, Ted Bogan, Jay Lynch and Yank Rachell. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Louie Bluie available in HD?
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