Sun Ra
Sun Ra (born Herman Poole Blount, legal name Le Sony'r Ra; May 22, 1914 – May 30, 1993) was an American jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his experimental music, "cosmic philosophy," prolific output, and theatrical performances. For much of his career, Ra led "The Arkestra", an ensemble with an ever-changing name and flexible line-up.
Space Is the Place
as HimselfSun Ra and his Solar Myth Arkestra return to Earth after several years in space. Ra proclaims...
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Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise
as HimselfRobert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington,...
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Rebirth Is Necessary
as Self (Archive Footage)Director Jenn Nkiru authors a personal and powerful exploration of blackness through piecing...
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Betye Saar: Drifting Toward Twilight
as uncredited"Betye Saar: Drifting Toward Twilight" covers renowned American artist Betye Saar’s large-scale...
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Mystery Mister Ra
as uncreditedSun Ra, Archie Shepp and company in concert in Paris, 1984. Documents performances and...
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I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore: Film, Stories & Images from the Mississippi Records and Alan Lomax Archive
as HimselfA film, music and aural presentation by Eric Isaacson of Mississippi Records, Portland, USA....
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Saturday Night Live
as Self - Musical GuestA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...
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