Ailey (2021)

07/23/2021 (US) • Documentary • 1h 34m

Overview

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

Ailey (2021)

07/23/2021 (US) • 1h 34m

Documentary

Overview

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

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Himself

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Herself

Herself

Himself

Self

William Hammond

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

aids

ballet dancer

gay club

biography

choreography

dance practice

portrait of an artist

visionary art

ballet dancing

figure study

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