Movie Description
The Harlem Renaissance
(2004)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Marino Amoruso
- Writer : Marino Amoruso
- Cast : Cab Calloway,Louis Armstrong,Louis Jordan,Duke Ellington,Bill Robinson,Nat King Cole,Lena Horne,Charlie Parker,Dizzy Gillespie,Count Basie,Fats Waller,Fletcher Henderson,The Mills Brothers,Sidney Bechet,Dorothy Dandridge,Billy Eckstine,Warren Schaefer
Cast
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Narrator
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Facts
Original TitleThe Harlem Renaissance
Status Released
Release Information
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2004-01-01
Original Language
Runtime 01h 15m
Genres
- Documentary
- Music
- History