Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
Originally released in 1988. Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser is a documentary/music film. directed by Charlotte Zwerin.
Starring Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, and John Coltrane
Synopsis
A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Monk. Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 25, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Malpaso Productions
- Michael Blackwood Productions
- Monk Film Project
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser about?
A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Monk. Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius.
Who directed Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser was directed by Charlotte Zwerin.
How long is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser released?
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser was released on October 25, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?
The main cast of Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser includes Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Nellie Monk, Samuel E. Wright.