For My Sisters
Originally released in 2014. For My Sisters is a documentary film. directed by Stephanus Domanig. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carole Alston
Synopsis
FOR MY SISTERS is a movie about black culture or rather: black women, specifially: a movie about black singers. Alberta Hunter, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Nina Simone. They are the four "Big Sisters", singer Carole Alston follows through to the age of jazz. Alston, "a voice as dark and sweet as molasses", as described by the Financial Times, was born in Washington, DC and has been living in Vienna for almost 30 years. She is sure: "Those four icons help you explain what jazz is and even the history of jazz right along."
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 13, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Austria
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- PLAESION Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For My Sisters about?
FOR MY SISTERS is a movie about black culture or rather: black women, specifially: a movie about black singers. Alberta Hunter, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Nina Simone. They are the four "Big Sist...
Who directed For My Sisters?
For My Sisters was directed by Stephanus Domanig.
How long is For My Sisters?
For My Sisters has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was For My Sisters released?
For My Sisters was released on December 13, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For My Sisters?
The main cast of For My Sisters includes Carole Alston.