Satchmo the Great
Synopsis
In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within the film, the life of Louis Armstrong is portrayed through the music. One of the outstanding scenes in this "biography/docudrama" shows blind songwriter W. C. Handy, with tears streaming down his face, as Armstrong, backed by Leonard Bernstein leading the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, play Handy's immortal "St. Louis Blues."
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 4, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Satchmo the Great
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward R. Murrow, Fred W. Friendly
Department Leadership Roster
Edward R. Murrow
Producer
Fred W. Friendly
Producer
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What is Satchmo the Great about?
In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within the film, the life of Louis Armstrong is portrayed through the music. One of the outstanding scenes in this "biography/docudrama" shows blind songwriter W. C. Handy, with tears streaming down his face, as Armstrong, backed by Leonard Bernstein leading the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, play Handy's immortal "St. Louis Blues."
Who directed Satchmo the Great?
Satchmo the Great was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Satchmo the Great?
The principal cast of Satchmo the Great includes Louis Armstrong, Leonard Bernstein, Edward R. Murrow.
When was Satchmo the Great released and how long is it?
Satchmo the Great was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.