Hot Pepper

Hot Pepper (1973)

November 22nd, 19730h 54min

Documentary, Music
66%

Overview

A musical portrait of Zydeco King Clifton Chenier, who combines the pulsating rhythms of Cajun dance music and black R&B with African overtones, belting out his irresistible music in the sweaty juke joints of South Louisiana.


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