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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist

70% | Oct 29, 1979 | Documentary

This Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces the career of Paul Robeson through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, “Ol’ Man River.”

Featured Crew

Saul J. Turell
Director
Donald P. Finamore
Editor

Cast

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Paul Robeson
Himself (archive footage)
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Sidney Poitier
Narrator (voice)

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