Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988)

10/25/1988 (US) • 1h 30m

Documentary, Music

Overview

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.

Top Billed Cast

Thelonious Monk

Self (archive footage)

John Coltrane

Self (archive footage)

Samuel E. Wright

Self - Narrator (voice)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

jazz singer or musician

woman director

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