Movie

Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise

★ 6.4/10 · 11 votes 1980 0h 59m Released

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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.

Cast

Sun Ra Himself J June Tyson Herself D Danny Thompson Himself Marshall Allen Himself J John Gilmore Himself E Eloe Omoe Himself