Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser 1988

Synopsis:

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.

Directed by: Charlotte Zwerin
Release date: 1988-10-25
Runtime: 90 minutes
Cast:
Jimmy Cleveland
Jimmy Cleveland
Himself 
Thelonious Monk
Thelonious Monk
Himself 
John Coltrane
John Coltrane
Himself 
Nellie Monk
Nellie Monk
Herself 
Samuel E. Wright
Samuel E. Wright
Narrator (voice) 
Harry Colomby
Harry Colomby
Himself