Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
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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.
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Thelonius Monk: Straight , No Chaser - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-02-28
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 25, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlotte Zwerin
- Original Score
- Dick Hyman
- Original Title
- Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Malpaso Productions, Michael Blackwood Productions, Monk Film Project
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlotte Zwerin
Dick Hyman
Christian Blackwood
Bruce Ricker, Clint Eastwood, Charlotte Zwerin
Department Leadership Roster
Charlotte Zwerin
Director
Bruce Ricker
Producer
Charlotte Zwerin
Producer
Dick Hyman
Original Music Composer
Christian Blackwood
Director of Photography
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser about?
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.
Who directed Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser was directed by Charlotte Zwerin.
Who stars in Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
The principal cast of Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser includes Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Nellie Monk, Samuel E. Wright.
When was Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser released and how long is it?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser was composed by Dick Hyman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).