Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

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.

Director: Charlotte Zwerin

Cast: Jimmy Cleveland, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Nellie Monk, Samuel E. Wright, Harry Colomby, Nica De Koenigswarter

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.