Bluegrass Roots (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1965, Bluegrass Roots is a documentary film directed by David Hoffman, running about 42 minutes.
What it’s about. 1965 TV special shot documentary style in the mountains of North Carolina. It follows Old Man Bascom Lunsford as he casts the talent for his Asheville Mountain Music Festival (also the first such event). "Bluegrass Roots" presents a who's who of the most extraordinary singers, players and dancers the Bluegrass Mountains had to offer. Songs Include: Groundhog, Johnson Boys, East Virginia Blues, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Blue Ridge Mountain Blues, and Heavenly Light is Shinning On Me.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Bluegrass Roots sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bluegrass Roots page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bluegrass Roots (1965)?
- In US, Bluegrass Roots is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bluegrass Roots worth watching?
- Bluegrass Roots holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Bluegrass Roots released?
- Bluegrass Roots was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 42 minutes.