Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

Oct 1 1989 PG-13 1h 30m
Biography, 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.

Plot

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.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Charlotte Zwerin

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Malpaso Productions, Michael Blackwood Productions, Monk Film Project

Languages

English

Awards

1 win & 1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
1,405
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA