Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog
Overview
Nine years in the making, CHARLES MINGUS – Triumph of the Underdog is the first comprehensive documentary about jazz bassist, bandleader and composer Charles Mingus. A lucid involving portrait showing the many faces and tortured heart of a music genius, the film also features an abundance of clips of Mingus in performance.
Released:
October 24, 2004
Genre:
Biography, Documentary, Music
Country:
United States
Duration:
1h 18m
Cast:
Charles Mingus, Gunther Schuller
Director:
Don McGlynn
