Other author/creator | Craig, Anne O. |
Other author/creator | Harris, Maia. |
Other author/creator | Allen, Jo Harvery, 1942- |
Other author/creator | Owen, Lyla Hay. |
Other author/creator | Shanachie Entertainment Corp. |
Other author/creator | Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. |
Abstract |
Documentary about America's legendary legal red-light district that thrived in New Orleans from 1898 until World War I. Explores the genesis of jazz and its relationship to the decadent lifestyle. The visual centerpieces are portraits of Storyville's prostitutes, turn-of-the century erotica and nickelodeon peep shows. |
General note | Contains nudity and strong sexual content. |
Credits | Cinematographer, Buddy Squires ; editor, Anne O. Craig ; music, Terry Waldo. |
Performer |
Narrated by Lyla Hay Owen. |
Technical details | DVD. |