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Let’s get ready to ‘Rumble,’ Indian style

Dan Webster

Get ready for some Native American rock 'n' roll when the Magic Lantern opens its doors on Friday. The theater will be screening "Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World," which IMDB describes simply enough:

"Artists discuss the role that Native Americans have played in the development of American popular music."

Here are some critical comments:

Sheri Linden, Los Angeles Times: "Inevitably cursory, it's nonetheless a fascinating introduction to the ways that core components of Americana wouldn't be eradicated. Or silenced."

Justin Lowe, Hollywood Reporter: "The influence of Native Americans on nearly a century of popular music is eloquently demonstrated in this engaging documentary."

Ken Jaworowski, New York Times: "It's been a terrific few years for music documentaries, and that winning streak continues with 'Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World.' "

And, yes, it's OK to dance in your seat.