Monk
Originally released in 1968. Monk is a documentary film. directed by Christian Blackwood. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Thelonious Monk, Nica De Koenigswarter, and Larry Gales
Synopsis
Part one of a two-part portrait of the great Jazz composer and pianist. In 1968, we had the opportunity to spend time with Thelonious Monk and his musicians, following him in New York and Atlanta. In New York his quartet plays at the Village Vanguard and at recording sessions for Columbia Records; in Atlanta they appear at a Jazz Festival organized by George Wein. The members of the quartet were Charlie Rouse, Larry Gales, and Ben Riley.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1968
58 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monk about?
Part one of a two-part portrait of the great Jazz composer and pianist. In 1968, we had the opportunity to spend time with Thelonious Monk and his musicians, following him in New York and Atlanta. ...
Who directed Monk?
Monk was directed by Christian Blackwood.
How long is Monk?
Monk has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Monk released?
Monk was released on January 1, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Monk?
The main cast of Monk includes Thelonious Monk, Nica De Koenigswarter, Larry Gales, Ben Riley, Charlie Rouse.