Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

1935 9m ★6.8

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 Date September 12, 1935
Runtime 9m
Language English
Director Fred Waller
Category Music, Drama
Rating 6.8 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1935
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