Tootie's Last Suit
The feature-length documentary, TOOTIE’S LAST SUIT explores the complex relationships, rituals, history, and music of New Orleans’ vibrant Mardi Gras Indian culture while telling the story of Allison “Tootie” Montana, former Chief of Yellow Pocahontas Hunters. Celebrated throughout the New Orleans as “the prettiest,” for the beauty and inventiveness of his elaborately beaded Mardi Gras costumes, Tootie Montana masked for 52 years, longer than any other Mardi Gras Indian. Yet Tootie Montana’s contributions to Mardi Gras Indian culture far exceed his artistic innovations and dedication. Through the example of his own achievement, he came to be revered for turning Mardi Gras Indians away from gang-style violence toward artistic accomplishment and competition. In the aftermath of Katrina, TOOTIE’S LAST SUIT bears witness to the Mardi Gras Indians who, in picking up the threads of their torn lives and tradition, are the spiritual healers of New Orleans.
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- Released
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- Language
- English
- new orleans, louisiana
- mardi gras
Top billed cast
Release dates
United StatesUS
- Theatrical1 Jan 2009
Frequently asked questions
- When was Tootie's Last Suit released?
- Tootie's Last Suit was released on 1 January 2009.
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Tootie's Last Suit?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Tootie's Last Suit is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Tootie's Last Suit?
- Tootie's Last Suit holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 1 votes.
- Who directed Tootie's Last Suit?
- Tootie's Last Suit (2009) was directed by Lisa Katzman.
- How long is Tootie's Last Suit?
- Tootie's Last Suit runs for 1h 33m.
