Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise

Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980.

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Overview

Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980. The resulting 60-minute film includes multiple public and private performances, poetry readings, a band rehearsal, interviews, and extensive improvisations. Transferred to HD from the original 16mm film and lovingly restored for the best possible viewing experience.

Cast

Sun Ra
Sun Ra
Himself
June Tyson
June Tyson
Herself
Danny Thompson
Danny Thompson
Himself
Marshall Allen
Marshall Allen
Himself
John Gilmore
John Gilmore
Himself
Eloe Omoe
Eloe Omoe
Himself
James Jacson
James Jacson
Himself

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