Thelonious Monk: American Composer
Originally released in 1991. Thelonious Monk: American Composer is a music/documentary film. directed by Matthew Seig. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ben Riley, Billy Taylor, and Randy Weston
Synopsis
Through a more personal and conversational style of documentary, Thelonious Monk – American Composer was the first fully rounded portrait of this terribly misunderstood man and musician. He was the pianistic ringleader of the bebop revolution and, after Duke Ellington, jazz' first major composer. Thelonious Sphere Monk – a most original talent – remained a highly productive musician after more than thirty years of musical activity and continued to be a growing artist, exploring his art and extending his range.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
0h 59m
59 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lower 5th
- Medici Arts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thelonious Monk: American Composer about?
Through a more personal and conversational style of documentary, Thelonious Monk – American Composer was the first fully rounded portrait of this terribly misunderstood man and musician. He was t...
Who directed Thelonious Monk: American Composer?
Thelonious Monk: American Composer was directed by Matthew Seig.
How long is Thelonious Monk: American Composer?
Thelonious Monk: American Composer has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Thelonious Monk: American Composer released?
Thelonious Monk: American Composer was released on December 31, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thelonious Monk: American Composer?
The main cast of Thelonious Monk: American Composer includes Ben Riley, Billy Taylor, Randy Weston, Orrin Keepnews.