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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist (1979): Cast

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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist is a 1979 documentary directed by Saul J. Turell, starring Sidney Poitier as Narrator (voice) and Paul Robeson. It runs 30 minutes.

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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
30 min
Director
Saul J. Turell
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist About?

The premise of Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist without spoilers.

The Oscar‑winning short documentary, narrated by Sidney Poitier, chronicles Paul Robeson’s remarkable career, highlighting his powerful activism and the socially charged renditions of his signature anthem “Ol’ Man River,” illustrating how his art and advocacy were inseparably linked.

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Themes & Keywords

· 13 tags
  • united states of america
  • actor
  • singer
  • communism
  • african american
  • political activist
  • civil rights
  • spanish civil war
  • blacklist
  • cold war
  • historical revisionism
  • riot
+1 more
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Cast & Characters

Sidney Poitier leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with Paul Robeson. Directed by Saul J. Turell.

Details

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Also Known As

Also known as “保罗·罗贝森:献给一位艺术家”.

Also known as
  • 保罗·罗贝森:献给一位艺术家

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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist?

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist runs 30 minutes.

When was Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist released?

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist was released on October 29, 1979.

Who directed Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist?

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist was directed by Saul J. Turell.

Who is in the cast of Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist?

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist stars Sidney Poitier as Narrator (voice) and Paul Robeson.

Does Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist have a post-credit scene?

No. Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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