Summaries

An immersive portrait of dance pioneer Alvin Ailey, told through his own words and a new dance inspired by his life.

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. An immersive portrait told in his own words and through the creation of a new commission inspired by his life, Ailey fully profiles this brilliant and enigmatic man who-when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him-was determined to build one that would.

Details

Keywords
  • character name as title
  • one word title
  • gay
  • aids
  • choreography
Genres
  • History
  • Biography
  • Music
  • Documentary
Release date Jul 22, 2021
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) PG-13
Countries of origin United States
Official sites Official site
Language English
Production companies Insignia Films Artemis Rising Foundation American Masters Pictures

Box office

Gross US & Canada $204513
Opening weekend US & Canada $15091
Gross worldwide $214328

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 35m
Color Color
Aspect ratio

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