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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988)

Movie · Released · 90 min · ★ 7.3

Documentary, Music

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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.

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Cast

Jimmy ClevelandSelfThelonious MonkThelonious MonkSelf (archive footage)John ColtraneJohn ColtraneSelf (archive footage)
Nellie MonkSelfSamuel E. WrightSamuel E. WrightSelf - Narrator (voice)
Harry ColombySelf
Nica De KoenigswarterSelf

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