Legend of Lead Belly

Synopsis

Huddie Ledbetter was born into poverty, battled racism, and did time, but in spite of his early hardships, or perhaps because of them, he became one of the great musicians of the 20th century. We trace the life and career of Lead Belly, a man praised by critics and revered by artists, whose unique music crossed a host of genres and influenced countless industry legends, from The Beatles to Led Zeppelin to Nirvana and beyond.

Main Cast

Leadbelly

Self / Archive Footage (as Huddie Ledbetter)

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Bob Dylan

Self

Age : 82 | Popularity : 8%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Alan Ravenscroft
Department	Role	Name

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