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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser Oct 25, 1988

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.

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Jimmy ClevelandJimmy Clevelandas Self
Thelonious MonkThelonious Monkas Self (archive footage)
John ColtraneJohn Coltraneas Self (archive footage)
Nellie MonkNellie Monkas Self
Samuel E. WrightSamuel E. Wrightas Self - Narrator (voice)
Harry ColombyHarry Colombyas Self
Nica De KoenigswarterNica De Koenigswarteras Self
DirectorCharlotte Zwerin
WriterUnknown

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