Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist
Saul J. Turell
United States,
1979
Saul J. Turell's Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces his career through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, "Ol' Man River."
Details
- 30 min
- Color
- 1.33:1
Formats
- DVD
- 16mm
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