The girls in the band
The award-winning documentary film tells the poignant, untold stories of female jazz and big band instrumentalists and their fascinating, history-making journeys from the late 30s to the present day. The many first-hand accounts of the challenges faced by these talented women provide a glimpse into...
| Other Authors: | Chaikin, Judy (Screenwriter), Osei-Gyimah, Edward (Screenwriter, Film editor), Kissock, Nancy (fim producer.) |
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| Format: | Videos DVD |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
[United States] :
Artist Tribe : One Step Productions,
[2014]
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| Summary: |
The award-winning documentary film tells the poignant, untold stories of female jazz and big band instrumentalists and their fascinating, history-making journeys from the late 30s to the present day. The many first-hand accounts of the challenges faced by these talented women provide a glimpse into decades of racism and sexism that have existed in America. |
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| Item Description: |
Originally produced in 2011. Includes full length theatrical version (88 min.) and classroom version (57 min.). "Educational package"--Disc surface DVD extras: Selected clips (6 clips focusing on specific topics related to material in the discussion guide -- Bonus clips: Mary Lou Williams; Sherrie Maricle and members of the Diva Jazz Orchestra; Mike Greene (Artist Tribe); Patrice Rushen. |
| Physical Description: |
1 videodisc (88 min.) : sound, color and black & white ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 discussion guide (13 pages ; 19 cm) |
| Format: |
DVD; NTSC format, all regions; 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio; stereo. |
| Production Credits: |
Editor, Edward Osei-Gyimah. |