Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

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.

Main Cast

Gil Scott-Heron

Himself

Age : 62 | Popularity : 20%

Yasiin Bey

Himself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 96%

Chuck D

Himself

Age : 64 | Popularity : 31%

Richie Havens

Himself

Age : 72 | Popularity : 18%

Clive Davis

Himself

Age : 92 | Popularity : 15%

Linton Kwesi Johnson

Age : N/A | Popularity : 0%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Don Letts
Writing	Writer	Gil Scott-Heron Don Letts
Camera	Camera Operator	Louis Mulvey
Department	Role	Name

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