Thelonious Monk Straight, No Chaser - The Criterion Collection
(1988) is widely regarded as one of the most definitive documentaries on jazz history. Directed by Charlotte Zwerin and executive produced by Clint Eastwood , the film provides an intimate, unfiltered look at the life and idiosyncratic genius of bebop pioneer Thelonious Monk. Production Origins and "Found" Footage Thelonious Monk Straight No Chaser (1988) [1080...
: It captures Monk offstage in rare, unguarded moments—pacing, muttering, and wearing his trademark assortment of hats—offering a glimpse into his complex personality and mysterious mental state. Thelonious Monk Straight, No Chaser - The Criterion
Originally released in theaters in 1989, the film has undergone significant restoration to preserve its "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" status. Thelonious Monk Straight