Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise | reviewed by: William O'Donnell | January 18, 2022
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Like the jazz Sun ra makes, this film can be a bit of a meandering mess at times. No narrative, just a bunch of random ideas.
genre | Documentary | Music |
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synopsis | 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. |
lead actors | Sun Ra | June Tyson | Danny Thompson | Marshall Allen | John Gilmore | Eloe Omoe | James Jacson |
director | Robert Mugge |