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Cast & Crew

Rogier Kappers
Director
Alan Lomax
As Self (archive footage)
Flora MacNeil
As Self

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"Lomax the Songhunter" follows a filmmaker's journey as he tracks down the people legendary music collector Alan Lomax recorded in the rural corners of Europe. Traveling in a vintage Volkswagen, he uncovers the stories behind the haunting melodies and forgotten voices of ordinary people, weaving a poignant tapestry of music and memory. Alongside conversations with Lomax's colleagues and friends, the film returns to an 86-year-old Lomax, still brimming with passion for the power of folk music. This captivating documentary reveals why these songs matter and how they continue to inspire generations.

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