Overview
Filmed in Chicago & finished in 1959, The Cry of Jazz is filmmaker, composer and arranger Edward O. Bland's polemical essay on the politics of music and race - a forecast of what he called "the death of jazz." A landmark moment in black film, foreseeing the civil unrest of subsequent decades, it...
Cast
George Waller
Alex Johnson
Dorothea Horton
Natalie
Melinda Dillon
Faye
Andrew Duncan
John
Leroy Inman
Louis
James Miller
Bob
Gavin McFadyan
Bruce
Carl Dupree
Goldina Rojas
Alan Leavitt
Carl McCormack
Lettie Mae Randolph
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Cry of Jazz (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Filmed in Chicago & finished in 1959, The Cry of Jazz is filmmaker, composer and arranger Edward O. Bland's polemical essay on the politics of music and race - a forecast of what he called "the death of jazz." A landmark moment in black film, foreseeing the civil unrest of subsequent decades, it also features the only known footage of visionary pianist Sun Ra from his beloved Chicago period. Featured are ample images of tenor saxophonist John Gilmore and the rest of Ra's Arkestra in Windy City nightclubs, all shot in glorious black & white.
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Cry of Jazz. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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