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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988)

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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
PG-13 1 hr 30 minOct 25th, 1988Documentary, Music
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A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Monk. Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius.
StarringJimmy ClevelandThelonious MonkJohn Coltrane
DirectorCharlotte Zwerin

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:October 25th, 1988
On DVD & Blu-ray:January 30th, 2001 - Buy DVD
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Clint Eastwood
Production Companies:Malpaso Productions, Michael Blackwood Productions, Monk Film Project
Movie Tags:
woman directorjazz singer or musician