
Kudzu (1977)
Overview
Kudzu, or Pueraria Thunbergiana, is a vine threatening to take over large portions of the Southern landscape. Imported from Japan by the Departement of Agriculture in the 30's for erosion control, its spreading growth has become a problem of menacing proportions. Kudzu is an off-beat, witty, informative documentary about the vine that is devouring the South. Featuring the Kudzu Queen, the Kudzu rock band, a cast of real-life characters and an appearance by former President Jimmy Carter, it illustrates how Southern cultural traditions have quickly grown up around a botanical pest. The eminent American poet and novelist James Dickey ("Deliverance"), recites three stanzas of his poem, "Kudzu."
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Additional Info
Budget | $0.00 |
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Revenue | $0.00 |
Original Language | en |
Popularity | 0.353 |
Directed By
Marjie Short
Crew
Marjie Short
Philip Griffin
Peter Rosen
Loren Miller
Ed Joyce
Marjie Short
TOP CAST

James Dickey
Self/Poet

Jimmy Carter
Self

Alice Walker
Self/Author
Nancy Loewenstein
Self/Plant Expert
Edith Edwards
Self/Kudzu Queen