Description
In this classic documentary of mountain life and language, music, stories, and conversation convey the shared sense of place that defines life for born-and-raised mountain people. Mountain Talk features a now-legendary ensemble including Popcorn Sutton, Mary Jane Queen, Jim Tom Hedrick, Orville Hicks, Gary Carden, and many more, with musical performances by Henry Queen, Mary Jane Queen, Gilford Williams, Rufe Sutton, Leon Wells, and others. Narrated by award-winning storyteller and folklorist Gary Carden.
“Marvelous and empathic . . . a charming, amusing and informative look at the lingering vocal mannerisms of Western North Carolina. Briskly edited and highly entertaining.” — Independent Weekly
“This affectionate but clear-headed film preserves the language and character of a fading culture.” — The Raleigh News and Observer
“Mountain Talk is an eye-opening documentary . . . an enlightening way to spend an hour with some of the true mountain folk of our region.”
— The Mountain Times
“A fast-paced, engaging account of traditional mountain speakers. With its lush scenery and lively music and dance, the program has plenty of charm, but its centerpiece is the local speakers, who are down-home, likable folks.”
— Michael Montgomery, author of the Dictionary of Smoky Mountain and Southern Appalachian English
— Michael Montgomery, author of the Dictionary of Smoky Mountain and Southern Appalachian English
“I was blown away by how true to form this documentary was in capturing such an accurate portrait of the ways in which we talk and live.”
— Michelle Allen, Documentary Filmmaker, Murphy, NC
— Michelle Allen, Documentary Filmmaker, Murphy, NC
Format: DVD Video • 57 minutes feature • 80 minutes total media
A great companion to the Unclouded Day stories and music CD
The MOONSHINER POPCORN SUTTON
Limited First Edition
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