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Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues

2022Movie1 h 44 minR

73
GoodGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, moving documentary movie about a real life story and history, with standout score.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Never-before-heard personal recordings and archival footage tell the story of Louis Armstrong's life from his perspective. From musical phenom to civil rights activist to world-renowned artist, this illuminating film shows sides of Armstrong few have seen.

Feels like

  • Intimate Biographical Documentary
  • Jazz History & Heritage
  • Civil Rights Narrative
  • Archival Footage Collection
  • Personal Audio Diaries
  • Cultural Icon Profile
  • Historical Social Commentary
  • Musical Masterpiece Tribute
  • Educational Insight

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Directed by
Sacha Jenkins

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September 8, 2022 · 1 h 44 min · R

Released
September 8, 2022
Runtime
1 h 44 min
Age rating
R
Genres
Documentary, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
85 countries

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Where can I stream Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues?

In the United States, Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues streams on Apple TV. It also streams in 25 other countries.

Is Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.4 and Metacritic 80). Critics rate it higher (80 out of 100) than audiences (66).

Is Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues okay for kids?

R

Yes: it's rated R in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.