Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
PG-13
1988
90 minutes
Overview
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.
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Top Cast
Jimmy Cleveland
Himself
Thelonious Monk
Himself
John Coltrane
Himself
Nellie Monk
Herself
Samuel E. Wright
Narrator (voice)
Harry Colomby
Himself
Nica De Koenigswarter
Herself