Release Date

14 Apr, 2003

Runtime

01:00: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

Gil Scott-Heron was one of the most influential musicians and poets of the last 50 years. In Don Letts's documentary, Gil tells his own story for the first time-from being one of the first black children to integrate an all white Southern state school to becoming the Godfather of Rap. There are contributions from Chuck D, Mos Def, Richi Havens and the Last Poets, among others. Filmed in October 2003, Gil performs live and recites poetry out on the streets of Harlem, which have inspired so much of his music.

Original Title

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

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Actors

Gil Scott-Heron

Yasiin Bey

Chuck D

Richie Havens

Clive Davis

Linton Kwesi Johnson

Crew

Don Letts

Don Letts

Gil Scott-Heron

Louis Mulvey