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International Sweethearts of Rhythm (1986): Cast

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International Sweethearts of Rhythm is a 1986 music documentary directed by Greta Schiller and Andrea Weiss, starring Ernestine Davis and Anna Mae Winburn. It runs 30 minutes.

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International Sweethearts of Rhythm (1986) movie poster
Released
Runtime
30 min
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is International Sweethearts of Rhythm About?

The premise of International Sweethearts of Rhythm without spoilers.

Spanning their beginnings at the Piney Woods School in the Mississippi Delta to headline performances at Harlem’s Apollo Theater, the vibrant documentary chronicles the swinging, pioneering, multi‑racial all‑women jazz ensemble of the 1940s, highlighting their energetic sound, groundbreaking role in American music and the barriers they broke along the way.

International Sweethearts of Rhythm Themes & Keywords

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  • independent film
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Cast & crew

International Sweethearts of Rhythm Cast

Ernestine Davis leads the cast, with Anna Mae Winburn. Directed by Greta Schiller and Andrea Weiss.

From the directors

More from Greta Schiller and Andrea Weiss

More films directed by Greta Schiller and Andrea Weiss, best-rated first: Escape to Life: The Erika and Klaus Mann Story, Bones of Contention, A Bit Of Scarlet and Woman of the Wolf.

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International Sweethearts of Rhythm FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of International Sweethearts of Rhythm, each answered in a sentence.

How long is International Sweethearts of Rhythm?

International Sweethearts of Rhythm runs 30 minutes.

When was International Sweethearts of Rhythm released?

International Sweethearts of Rhythm was released on September 28, 1986.

Who directed International Sweethearts of Rhythm?

International Sweethearts of Rhythm was directed by Greta Schiller and Andrea Weiss.

More films by Greta Schiller

Who is in the cast of International Sweethearts of Rhythm?

International Sweethearts of Rhythm stars Ernestine Davis and Anna Mae Winburn.

Does International Sweethearts of Rhythm have a post-credit scene?

No. International Sweethearts of Rhythm has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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