Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

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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.

Cast & crew

Thelonious Monk · Nica De Koenigswarter · Nellie Monk · Charlotte Zwerin · John Coltrane · Jimmy Cleveland · Harry Colomby · Samuel E. Wright

Studios & networks

Malpaso Productions · Michael Blackwood Productions · Monk Film Project