- Honky Tonk Heaven brings the world famous Austin, Texas dance hall, the Broken Spoke, to life on screen and gives us a nostalgic glimpse inside a world of cowboy boots, live country music, two-step dancing and cold longneck beers.
- This documentary film tells the story of the lendendary Broken Spoke, a dancehall located in Austin, Texas. Owners James and Anetta White have kept the Texas dance tradition alive for 50 years despite major changes taking place all around them. Seen through the eyes of the White family, musicians who perform there, and dance hall patrons, the film documents the day to day struggle to keep the Spoke alive.
- one should also note the utter devotion. the honest to goodness pure love and respect they share (and nurture). they're two people that seem as one entity. i only wish i could better describe their true force. if you could only just witness it—gostephi-797-979623
- George Strait, Willie Nelson, Ernest Tubb, Bob Wills, George Jones and Roy Acuff have all been regulars on stage at the world famous honky-tonk, The Broken Spoke. With fifty years under its belt buckle the last of the true Texas dance halls has endured rapid urban growth and skyrocketing rents due to the passion and hard work of its charismatic, tenacious owners. More than a history of who played and when at this landmark venue, the film reveals a universal story about what it takes to maintain a family business in our increasingly corporate-driven society. Interviews include Willie Nelson, Jerry Jeff Walker, Dale Watson, James Hand, Jesse Dayton, the Waco Brothers and Alvin Crow.
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