Name: Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
Director: Charlotte Zwerin
Genre: Documentary, Music, Biography
Released: 1988-01-01
Duration: PT1h 30mM
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Nellie Monk, Samuel E. Wright

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What is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988) about?

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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.

Question 2

Who stars in Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?

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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser stars Jimmy Cleveland (Self), Thelonious Monk (Self (archive footage)), John Coltrane (Self (archive footage)), Nellie Monk (Self), Samuel E. Wright (Self - Narrator (voice)). The film was directed by Charlotte Zwerin.

Question 3

How long is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?

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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1988. It is rated PG-13.

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Is Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser worth watching?

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Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 89. Fans of Documentary, Music, Biography are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser?

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