The Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 1, 2004

Runtime

1h 15m

Genres

Documentary, Music, History

User Score

60%

Original Title

The Harlem Renaissance

Director

Marino Amoruso

Description

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.