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Hexing a Hurricane

Hexing a Hurricane

A Documentary By Jeremy Campbell

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Hexing a Hurricane is a 2006 documentary film about the effect of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans. It has been billed as the "First Katrina documentary" released by a New Orleanian. The film was directed by Jeremy Campbell and distributed by the National Film Network. The film's score was orchestrated by New Orleans artist Eric Laws.

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English

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45 mins

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United States of America

Cast

Chris Rose

Chris Rose

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Angela Hill

Angela Hill

Herself

Garland Robinette

Garland Robinette

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Harry Anderson

Harry Anderson

Himself

Irvin Mayfield

Irvin Mayfield

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Sallie Ann Glassman

Sallie Ann Glassman

Herself

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