Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise (1980)

Directed by Robert Mugge59mDocumentary,Music

Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980. The resulting 60-minute film includes multiple public and private performances, poetry readings, a band rehearsal, interviews, and extensive improvisations. Transferred to HD from the original 16mm film and lovingly restored for the best possible viewing experience.

Year
1980
Country
US
Language
English
Release date
1 October 1980
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6.4 (11)
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Sun Ra
Sun Ra
Himself
J
June Tyson
Herself
D
Danny Thompson
Himself
Marshall Allen
Marshall Allen
Himself
J
John Gilmore
Himself
E
Eloe Omoe
Himself
J
James Jacson
Himself

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