2018 | United States | Documentary

The Jazz Television Of Robert Herridge

  • English 55 mins
  • Director | John Sorensen
  • Writer | -
  • Producer | John Sorensen

STATUS: Released

This film is currently not available.   

This documentary explores the pioneering television work of producer Robert Herridge, especially his advocacy for jazz on TV. Through interviews (primarily with jazz critic Nat Hentoff) and archival clips, it showcases programs like The Sound of Jazz and Studio 61 Jazz and presents Herridge’s philosophy of elevating television as an artistic medium.

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