Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist
Synopsis
This Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces the career of Paul Robeson through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, “Ol’ Man River.”
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Saul J. Turell
- Screenplay & Story
- Saul J. Turell
- Original Title
- Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Saul J. Turell
Saul J. Turell
Donald P. Finamore
Jessica Berman
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Saul J. Turell
Director
Donald P. Finamore
Editor
Jessica Berman
Producer
Saul J. Turell
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What is Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist about?
This Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces the career of Paul Robeson through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, “Ol’ Man River.”
Who directed Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist?
Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist was directed by Saul J. Turell.
Who stars in Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist?
The principal cast of Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist includes Paul Robeson, Sidney Poitier.
When was Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist released and how long is it?
Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 30m.