Always for Pleasure

7.5
1978 0 hr 58 min Documentary

An intense insider's portrait of New Orleans' street celebrations and unique cultural gumbo: Second-line parades, Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest. Features live music from Professor Longhair, the Wild Tchoupitoulas, the Neville Brothers and more. This glorious, soul-satisfying film is among Blank's special masterworks. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 1999.

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Reviews

SincereFinest
1978/05/02

disgusting, overrated, pointless

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MoPoshy
1978/05/03

Absolutely brilliant

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Bessie Smyth
1978/05/04

Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.

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Edwin
1978/05/05

The storyline feels a little thin and moth-eaten in parts but this sequel is plenty of fun.

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