Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

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Summaries

A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Sphere Monk. Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius.

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Keywords
  • national film registry
  • musician
  • jazz music
  • pianist
  • jazz
Genres
  • Biography
  • Music
  • Documentary
Release date Sep 30, 1989
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) PG-13
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Columbia Studios, 30th Street, New York, USA
Production companies Malpaso Productions Michael Blackwood Productions Monk Film Project

Box office

Gross US & Canada $518918
Opening weekend US & Canada $31842
Gross worldwide $518918

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 30m
Color Color Black and White
Sound mix Dolby
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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