Jean-Pierre Bruneau Collection

Jean-Pierre Bruneau Collection - Film- Details

This collection is comprised of the outtakes from French filmmaker Bruneau’s 1974 documentary "Dedans la Sud de la Louisiane"- which was shot around Acadiana during the Mardi Gras season of 1972. No audio- video only. Clips include footage featuring Mamou and Church Point Mardi Gras celebrations in 1972, Nathan Abshire, the Balfa Brothers, Clifton Chenier, Ed and Bee Deshotels, and more.

Still from BR7-010, (L-R): Cleveland Chenier and Clifton Chenier, Lafayette, Louisiana, circa 1972

Explore the collection - Please note that links to media files can only be accessed at the Center for Louisiana Studies physical offices