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“Made for PBS’s Great Performances series, Orlando Bagwell’s Emmy Award-winning film is an homage to Alvin Ailey, the pioneering African-American choreographer and founder of New York City’s renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Following Ailey’s death, the Theater’s artistic director, Judith Jamison, choreographed “Hymn,” a celebration of his influence featuring Anna Deavere Smith. Bagwell uses this piece as a departure point for a broader look at Ailey, his work and its legacy. 

Featuring archival interviews with Ailey and his collaborators and striking performance footage, A Hymn for Alvin Ailey serves as a welcome introduction to Ailey’s work for newcomers and a fitting reminder of his artistry for those already familiar with his work.“ (DOC NYC)

/ CREDITS /

DIRECTOR: Orlando Bagwell
PRODUCER: EP Jac Venza, Producer Orlando Bagwell, Producer Judy Kinberg
CINEMATOGRAPHER: Michael Chin
EDITOR: Jean Tsien
LANGUAGE: English
COUNTRY: USA
YEAR: 1999

FEATURING: Alvin Ailey Dance Theater

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