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Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise (1980)

Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise (1980)

Music Documentary
Release Date: 1980, October 1
Directors: Robert Mugge
Countries: United States of America
Cast: Sun Ra, Danny Thompson, John Gilmore, Marshall Allen, June Tyson, Eloe Omoe, James Jacson

Overview:

Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980. The resulting 60-minute film includes multiple public and private performances, poetry readings, a band rehearsal, interviews, and extensive improvisations. Transferred to HD from the original 16mm film and lovingly restored for the best possible viewing experience.

Keywords:

1970s jazz music documentary jazz singer or musician interview social & cultural documentary traditional culture afro-latino cultural identity afrofuturism ritualized cultural performance jazz music jazz musician afro-noir