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Called to the Mountains

Bluegrass 45, one of Japan’s first bluegrass bands, brings its unique sound to the American South. Through intimate cinematography and interviews, this film explores the band’s journey—from daily life in Japan to performances in the U.S.—showcasing the powerful cultural connections forged through music and shared experiences.

Called to the Mountains

53m 44s

Bluegrass 45, one of Japan’s first bluegrass bands, brings its unique sound to the American South. Through intimate cinematography and interviews, this film explores the band’s journey—from daily life in Japan to performances in the U.S.—showcasing the powerful cultural connections forged through music and shared experiences.

Previews + Extras

  • Hidden History at the Scrap Yard: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hidden History at the Scrap Yard

    S10 E1005 - 2m 28s

    Members of Bluegrass 45 are reunited with the iconic tour van from their US tour in the 1970’s, now hiding a scrap yard in West Virginia.

  • Called to the Mountains | Official Trailer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Called to the Mountains | Official Trailer

    S10 E1005 - 1m

    Bluegrass 45, one of Japan’s first bluegrass bands, brings its unique sound to the American South. Through intimate cinematography and interviews, this film explores the band’s journey—from daily life in Japan to performances in the U.S.—showcasing the powerful cultural connections forged through music and shared experiences.

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