The Harlem Renaissance
Originally released in 2004. The Harlem Renaissance is a documentary/music film. directed by Marino Amoruso. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, and Louis Jordan
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2004
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Cab Calloway
as Self (archive footage)
Louis Armstrong
as Self (archive footage)
Louis Jordan
as Self (archive footage)
Duke Ellington
as Self (archive footage)
Bill Robinson
as Self (archive footage)
Nat King Cole
as Self (archive footage)
Lena Horne
as Self (archive footage)
Charlie Parker
as Self (archive footage)
Dizzy Gillespie
as Self (archive footage)
Count Basie
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
Who directed The Harlem Renaissance?
The Harlem Renaissance was directed by Marino Amoruso.
How long is The Harlem Renaissance?
The Harlem Renaissance has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was The Harlem Renaissance released?
The Harlem Renaissance was released on January 1, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Harlem Renaissance?
The main cast of The Harlem Renaissance includes Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, Louis Jordan, Duke Ellington, Bill Robinson.