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Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues

Documentary

2022, Movie, 1h 44min

An intimate and revealing look at the world-changing musician, presented through a lens of archival footage and never-before-heard home recordings and personal conversations. This definitive documentary honors Armstrong's legacy as a founding father of jazz, one of the first internationally known and beloved stars, and a cultural ambassador of the United States.

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Reviews

Critic Matt Zoller Seitz

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...reflects on the life and art of the legendary performer by delving into his records—not just all the ones he recorded on vinyl.

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Critic Andy Lea

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A fascinating look at the jazz legend's life.

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Critic Leslie Felperin

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...an excellent primer for younger viewers who might only know Armstrong from, say, his cover of La Vie en Rose in Wall-E.

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Critic Sabrina Mcfarland

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With Armstrong's soaring sound and story of survival [it] is sure to resonate with film viewers.

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Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues offers a unique and intimate look at the life of the jazz legend, told through never-before-heard personal recordings and archival footage. From his rise to fame as a musical phenom, to his activism in the civil rights movement, to his status as a world-renowned artist, this documentary reveals sides of Armstrong that few have seen. With a fresh and compelling perspective, Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues sheds new light on an iconic figure, providing a deeper understanding of the man behind the music.

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