Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog
Summary:
The focus of filmmaker Don McGlynn's fourth documentary on a musical figure is arguably one of the greatest composers of the 20th century, Charles Mingus. The mad/genius, poet/musician forever changed American popular music and jazz with his classical influence, devotion to Duke Ellington, and superb musicianship. In bittersweet tributes, fellow musicians, musical schol... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Charles Mingus
Gunther Schuller
Sue Mingus
Celia Mingus Zaentz
John Handy
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