Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life (1935)
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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

A rising nineteen-year-old singer by the name of Billie Holiday made her screen debut in this musical landmark, which features Duke Ellington and his orchestra performing his symphonic jazz piece “A Rhapsody of Negro Life” set to scenes of everyday African American life.

Release: Sep 12, 1935

Duration: 9m

Genres: Music, Drama

Country: United States of America

Quality: HD

Actors: Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker, Barney Bigard, Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

Director: Fred Waller

IMDb: 6.6/10

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