Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser(1988)
Directed by: Charlotte Zwerin
Documentary / Music
MoviePG-131h 30m
Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988) has 2 catalogued editions on VHS and Blu-ray, released between 1988 and 2025.
VHS edition
Blu-ray edition
About the film
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.
Cast: Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane
Production: Malpaso Productions, Michael Blackwood Productions, Monk Film Project