“An exciting, entertaining picture…The screen all but bursts with [Davis’] intense talent.”
—Los Angeles Times
Sammy Davis Jr. excels in this gritty and realistic cinema-verite-inspired portrait of a self-destructive jazz trumpeter. Featuring Louis Armstrong, Ossie Davis, and Cicely Tyson. With music by Benny Carter and Nat Adderly. Free Member Monday—all AFS members get free admission on August 22.