The Harlem Renaissance (2004)
Synopsis
Chronicling the Harlem Renaissance era, this retrospective documentary tracks the origins of the soulful music of the period, along with the challenges many of the genre's artists faced when trying to gain recognition within conventional society. Included are anecdotes from musicians and historians, plus footage of performances and interviews with Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more.
Release Date: 2004-01-01
Runtime: 75 minutes
Director: Marino Amoruso
Top Cast
- Cab Calloway as Self (archive footage)
- Louis Armstrong as Self (archive footage)
- Louis Jordan as Self (archive footage)
- Duke Ellington as Self (archive footage)
- Bill Robinson as Self (archive footage)
- Nat King Cole as Self (archive footage)
- Lena Horne as Self (archive footage)
- Charlie Parker as Self (archive footage)
- Dizzy Gillespie as Self (archive footage)
- Count Basie as Self (archive footage)
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Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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