Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
1935
9min
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.
Storyline
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.
Released
12 September 1935
Runtime
9min
Director
Genre
Status
Released
Language
English
Production
Paramount Pictures
Cast
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