The Harlem Renaissance
Synopsis
Chronicling the Harlem Renaissance era, this retrospective documentary tracks the origins of the soulful music of the period, along with the challenges many of the genre's artists faced when trying to gain recognition within conventional society. Included are anecdotes from musicians and historians, plus footage of performances and interviews with Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more.
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Cab Calloway
Self (archive footage)
Louis Armstrong
Self (archive footage)
Louis Jordan
Self (archive footage)
Duke Ellington
Self (archive footage)
Bill Robinson
Self (archive footage)
Nat King Cole
Self (archive footage)
Lena Horne
Self (archive footage)
Charlie Parker
Self (archive footage)
Dizzy Gillespie
Self (archive footage)
Count Basie
Self (archive footage)
Fats Waller
Self (archive footage)
Fletcher Henderson
Self (archive footage)
Sidney Bechet
Self (archive footage)
Dorothy Dandridge
Self (archive footage)
Billy Eckstine
Self (archive footage)
Warren Schaefer
Narrator
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marino Amoruso
- Screenplay & Story
- Marino Amoruso
- Original Title
- The Harlem Renaissance
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marino Amoruso
Marino Amoruso
Department Leadership Roster
Marino Amoruso
Writer
Marino Amoruso
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Harlem Renaissance.
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What is The Harlem Renaissance about?
Chronicling the Harlem Renaissance era, this retrospective documentary tracks the origins of the soulful music of the period, along with the challenges many of the genre's artists faced when trying to gain recognition within conventional society. Included are anecdotes from musicians and historians, plus footage of performances and interviews with Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more.
Who directed The Harlem Renaissance?
The Harlem Renaissance was directed by Marino Amoruso.
Who stars in The Harlem Renaissance?
The principal cast of The Harlem Renaissance includes Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, Louis Jordan, Duke Ellington, Bill Robinson.
When was The Harlem Renaissance released and how long is it?
The Harlem Renaissance was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.