Kudzu
1977
Kudzu, or Pueraria Thunbergiana, is a vine threatening to take over large portions of the Southern landscape. Imported from Japan by the Departement of Agriculture in the 30's for erosion control, its spreading growth has become a problem of menacing proportions. Kudzu is an off-beat, witty, informative documentary about the vine that is devouring the South. Featuring the Kudzu Queen, the Kudzu rock band, a cast of real-life characters and an appearance by former President Jimmy Carter, it illustrates how Southern cultural traditions have quickly grown up around a botanical pest. The eminent American poet and novelist James Dickey ("Deliverance"), recites three stanzas of his poem, "Kudzu."
Director:
Marjie Short
Writers:
N/A
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 nomination total
Production:
N/A
Country:
United States
![[plant speech]](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/oXdX1r6KszhF1RzPs6VBQRyi0Q5.jpg "[plant speech]")
