Summaries

The saga of how Alan Freed discovered rock and roll. The new musical sounds are traced back to their roots in jazz, blues and gospel. Appearances by Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Clyde McPhatter, Frankie Lymon, Lionel Hampton.

Details

Keywords
  • psychotronic film
  • rock 'n' roll
Genres
  • Drama
  • Musical
Release date Apr 24, 1958
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations New York City, New York, USA
Production companies Aurora Productions LLC

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 26m
Color Black and White
Aspect ratio

Synopsis

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