Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988)
Overview
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.
Cast
Thelonious Monk
Self (archive footage)
John Coltrane
Self (archive footage)
Samuel E. Wright
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