Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist (1979)

This Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces the career of Paul Robeson through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, “Ol’ Man River.”

Cast (2)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Paul Robeson

Himself (archive footage)

Sidney Poitier

Narrator (voice)

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