10.0Brownie Speaks · 2014
Brownie Speaks (2014) is a Drama / Documentary / History film directed by Don Glanden, starring Sonny Rollins, Benny Golson, Lou Donaldson.
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10.0Overview
A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. In an era when many musicians were emulating Charlie Parker’s drug abuse, Brown inspired others to achieve greatness while living a clean life. Ironically, he was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.
Cast
Sonny Rollins, Benny Golson, Lou Donaldson, Jimmy Heath, Donald Byrd, Harold Land, Wynton Marsalis, Arturo Sandoval
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What is "Brownie Speaks" about?
A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. In an era when many musicians were emulating Charlie Parker’s drug abuse, Brown inspired others to achieve greatness while living a clean life. Ironically, he was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.
When was "Brownie Speaks" released?
Brownie Speaks was released in 2014.
Who stars in "Brownie Speaks"?
The cast includes Sonny Rollins, Benny Golson, Lou Donaldson, Jimmy Heath.
