Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

October 25, 1988 | 90 min

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.

Genres

Documentary Music

Cast

Naomi Scott

Jimmy Cleveland

Naomi Scott

Thelonious Monk

Naomi Scott

John Coltrane

Naomi Scott

Nellie Monk

Naomi Scott

Samuel E. Wright

Naomi Scott

Nica De Koenigswarter

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