Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (2003): Cast

Influential musician‑poet Gil Scott‑Heron narrates his own story in Don Letts’s documentary, from his early role integrating a Southern white school to becoming the “Godfather of Rap.” Features contributions by Chuck D, Mos Def, Richie Havens and The Last Poets. Filmed in October 2003, it captures Gil performing live and reciting poetry on Harlem streets, the source of much of his music.

• DL Director Don Letts

• Richie Havens as themselves
• Clive Davis as themselves
• CD Chuck D. as themselves
• YB Yasiin Bey as themselves

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