In Roots of Fire, young musicians honor the rich history & cultural legacy of Cajun music. Featuring electrifying performances, this vibrant documentary examines the intersection between music & preserving tradition for future generations.

Amidst shuttered rural dance clubs and encroaching globalization, five award-winning musicians push against stereotypes of the American South and move the music of their ancestors forward. But their fans are getting older and the language is fading away. Will their efforts be enough to save a dying community?