Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

Rating

6.6/10

Vote Count

17

Languages

English

Budget

$ 0

Revenue

$ 0

Movie Details

Overview

A rising nineteen-year-old singer by the name of Billie Holiday made her screen debut in this musical landmark, which features Duke Ellington and his orchestra performing his symphonic jazz piece “A Rhapsody of Negro Life” set to scenes of everyday African American life.

Release Date

1935-09-12

Run Time

0h 9m

Country

United States of America

Actors

Duke EllingtonBillie HolidayEarl 'Snake Hips' TuckerBarney BigardJoe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

Director

Fred Waller

Producer

Adolph Zukor

Production

Paramount Pictures
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