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Belizaire the Cajun

  • 1986
  • TMDB 5.9/10
  • 1h 39m

In 19th-century Louisiana's Cajun country, Belizaire is the informal spokesman for his citizens, who don't see eye to eye with local racists who wish to eradicate all Cajuns. Complicating matters is that Belizaire's former flame is now married to his biggest rival, an affluent landowner's son. Before he knows it, Belizaire is caught up in a web of murder, lies, and prejudice.

Overview

In 19th-century Louisiana's Cajun country, Belizaire is the informal spokesman for his citizens, who don't see eye to eye with local racists who wish to eradicate all Cajuns. Complicating matters is that Belizaire's former flame is now married to his biggest rival, an affluent landowner's son. Before he knows it, Belizaire is caught up in a web of murder, lies, and prejudice.

Cast

  • Armand AssanteBelizaire Breaux
  • Gail YoungsAlida Thibodaux
  • Michael SchoefflingHypolite Leger
  • Stephen McHattieJames Willoughby
  • Will PattonMatthew Perry
  • Nancy BarrettRebecca
  • Robert DuvallThe Preacher
  • Loulan PitreSheriff

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