Louisiana Story 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 78 minutes
- Director
- Robert Flaherty
- Networks
- Robert Flaherty Productions Inc., Standard Oil
- Where to Stream
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What is Louisiana Story?
Louisiana Story is a 1948 American black-and-white drama film directed and produced by Robert J. Flaherty.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 78 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 28, 1948
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Robert Flaherty Productions Inc., Standard Oil
- Budget
- $258,000
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 51 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~78 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Robert Flaherty Productions Inc., Standard Oil
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Louisiana Story is a 1948 American black-and-white drama film directed and produced by Robert J. Flaherty. The screenplay for the production was written by Robert J. Flaherty and his wife, Frances H. Flaherty. The film, which is categorized as an adventure and drama, has a runtime of one hour and eighteen minutes and was released in the United States on September 28, 1948. The narrative centers on a Cajun boy named Alexander Napoleon Ulysses LaTour who resides in the Louisiana bayou alongside his family and his pet raccoon. The plot follows the family after the boy's father grants permission for an oil barge to conduct drilling operations on their property. This development prompts the young boy to observe the industrial process and question the safety of the activities taking place on their land. The musical score for the motion picture was composed by Virgil Thomson, whose work on the film was recognized with a Pulitzer Prize for musical composition. The film remains a notable work within the career of Robert J. Flaherty.
Should you watch it?
“A young Cajun boy observes the arrival of an oil barge in his tranquil bayou home.”
- Features a unique perspective on the intersection of nature and industry.
- Showcases the distinctive environment of the Louisiana bayou.
- Directed by Robert J. Flaherty, a notable figure in early documentary-style filmmaking.
- The slow, observational pacing may feel uneventful to viewers accustomed to modern narrative structures.
Watch it if you are interested in historical American dramas that prioritize atmosphere and regional life.
This is a slow-paced, atmospheric black-and-white drama suitable for audiences interested in historical cinema.
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Where can I stream this film?
Streaming availability for Louisiana Story varies by region and platform; please check your local digital service providers.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for viewers interested in the history of documentary-style drama and the specific cultural setting of the Louisiana bayou.
What is the total duration of the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and eighteen minutes.
Does this film have multiple episodes?
No, Louisiana Story is a feature-length film released in 1948 rather than a television series.
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