The movie “Belizaire the Cajun” is an American drama and historical film, released in 1986. The film features Armand Assante as Belizaire Breaux, Gail Youngs as Alida Thibodaux, and Michael Schoeffling as Hypolite Leger. The following is a summary of where the film was shot, the main actors and their roles, and intriguing facts about the film and its production.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of “Belizaire the Cajun” took place in several locations across Louisiana, United States. These places include Lafayette, Cecelia, and Henderson. Shooting began on April 22, 1985.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Armand Assante | Belizaire Breaux |
| Gail Youngs | Alida Thibodaux |
| Michael Schoeffling | Hypolite Leger |
| Stephen McHattie | James Willoughby |
| Will Patton | Matthew Perry |
| Nancy Barrett | Rebecca |
| Loulan Pitre | Sheriff |
| Andre Delaunay | Dolsin |
| Jim Levert | Amadee Meaux |
| Ernie Vincent | Old Perry |
| Paul Landry | Sosthene |
| Allan Durand | Priest |
| Robert Duvall | The Preacher |
| Bob Edmundson | Head Vigilante |
| Charlie Goulas | Vigilante |
| Robert Earl Willis | Vigilante |
| Robin Wood | Vigilante |
| Harold Broussard | Parrain |
| Merlyn Foret | Parrain’s Wife |
| Marcus Delahoussaye | Theodule |
| Ken Maux | Card Player |
| Craig Soileau | Card Player |
| Steve Broussard | Man in the Straw Hat |
| Mark Krasnoff | |
| Paul Olinde | Boy With Flag |
| Dave Petitjean | Ozeme Guidry |
Trivia and Facts
- “Belizaire the Cajun” was launched on June 13, 1986, and runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes.
- The movie is directed and written by Glen Pitre.
- Armand Assante played the role of Belizaire Breaux, Gail Youngs as Alida Thibodaux, and Michael Schoeffling as Hypolite Leger.
- The movie grabbed nominations for 3 awards.
- The film is about Belizaire (Armand Assante), a Cajun man who stands up for his community against local racists. His former lover (Gail Youngs) is now married to his biggest competitor (Will Patton), complicating the situation even more.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Lafayette, Louisiana, USA
- Latitude: 30.2240897
- Longitude: -92.0198427
- Place ID: ChIJm9jFZEOcJIYRE__3kiR1Ssk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Lafayette, LA, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Cecelia, Louisiana, USA
- Latitude: 30.3371419
- Longitude: -91.8531715
- Place ID: ChIJMyCgWwmIJIYRMm3bcvk-A1U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Cecilia, LA, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Henderson, Louisiana, USA
- Latitude: 30.3132529
- Longitude: -91.7903922
- Place ID: ChIJL4evdiR9JIYRBguGGMJGO64
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Henderson, LA 70517, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
