Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

69% | Oct 25, 1988 | Documentary, Music

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.

Featured Cast

Charlotte Zwerin
Director
Clint Eastwood
Executive Producer

Cast

Self (archive footage)
Thelonious Monk
Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
John Coltrane
Self (archive footage)
Self - Narrator (voice)
Samuel E. Wright
Self - Narrator (voice)

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