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Let the Good Times Roll
Let the Good Times Roll

Let the Good Times Roll

Genres

Documentary

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Through the words of the poet Kirby Jambon, the filmmakers offer a playful journey to the heart of the Cajun identity in Louisiana.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

8 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

17 March 2018

Country

Canada

Cast

kirby jambon

kirby jambon

Himself

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