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Feel Like Going Home

2003

110 minutes

Documentary

Overview

Martin Scorsese traces the roots of the blues from the Mississippi Delta back to West Africa, journeying from the juke joints of Mississippi to the banks of the Niger River in Mali. Featuring performances by Corey Harris, Taj Mahal, Keb’ Mo’, and Ali Farka Touré, along with rare archival footage of blues legends like Son House and Muddy Waters, the film offers a lyrical portrait of the music’s deep African origins.

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Corey Harris headshot

Corey Harris

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Martin Scorsese headshot

Martin Scorsese

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John Lee Hooker headshot

John Lee Hooker

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Taj Mahal headshot

Taj Mahal

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Keb' Mo' headshot

Keb' Mo'

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Sam Carr headshot

Sam Carr

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Muddy Waters headshot

Muddy Waters

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Johnny Shines headshot

Johnny Shines

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Toumani Diabate headshot

Toumani Diabate

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Salif Keita headshot

Salif Keita

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Willie King headshot

Willie King

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Habib Koité headshot

Habib Koité

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Lead Belly headshot

Lead Belly

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Ali Farka Touré headshot

Ali Farka Touré

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Otha Turner headshot

Otha Turner

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Dick Waterman headshot

Dick Waterman

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