Satchmo the Great
Originally released in 1957. Satchmo the Great is a music/documentary film. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Louis Armstrong, Leonard Bernstein, and Edward R. Murrow
Synopsis
In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within the film, the life of Louis Armstrong is portrayed through the music. One of the outstanding scenes in this "biography/docudrama" shows blind songwriter W. C. Handy, with tears streaming down his face, as Armstrong, backed by Leonard Bernstein leading the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, play Handy's immortal "St. Louis Blues."
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Satchmo the Great about?
In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within t...
How long is Satchmo the Great?
Satchmo the Great has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Satchmo the Great released?
Satchmo the Great was released on October 4, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Satchmo the Great?
The main cast of Satchmo the Great includes Louis Armstrong, Leonard Bernstein, Edward R. Murrow.