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Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist
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Title: Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist

Release Date: 29 Oct 1979

Runtime: 30m

Genre: Documentary

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Overview: 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.”

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Average Vote: 7 (16 votes)

Cast

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