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Milford Graves Full Mantis

2018 · Movie · 92 min · ★ 6.8

Documentary

The first feature-length portrait of renowned percussionist Milford Graves that explores his kaleidoscopic creativity and relentless curiosity. Oscillating from present to past and weaving intimate glimpses of the artist’s complex cosmology with blistering performances from around the globe, Milford Graves Full Mantis is full of fluidity, polyrhythm and intensity, embodying the essence of Graves’ music itself.

Also known as Milford Graves: Full Mantis

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Streaming on The Criterion Channel.

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Details
Years
2018
Release date
2018-07-13
Language
English
Runtime
92 min
TMDB rating
6.8/10 (6 votes)

Themes

  • jazz
  • drums
  • jazz singer or musician
  • music
  • avant garde
  • avant garde jazz

Cast & crew

Directed by Jake Meginsky