Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band
She fought to create in a world that could not see past her race or gender
Jazz pianist Mary Lou Williams was a genius ahead of her time. From child prodigy to "Boogie-Woogie Queen" to groundbreaking composer to mentoring some of the greatest musicians of all time, she never ceased to astound those who heard her play. But for a Black woman in the early 1900s, life as a star did not come easy.
Where to Watch
You can check official streaming platforms for availability:
Movie Details
- Original Title: Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2015-04-01
- Runtime: 70 minutes
- Rating: 8/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0589
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mary Lou Williams
as Self (archive footage)
Alfre Woodard
as Mary Lou Williams (voice)
Delroy Lindo
as John Williams (voice)
Wendell Pierce
as Andy Kirk (voice)
Stanley Crouch
as Self
Robin D.G. Kelley
as Self
Gary Giddins
as Self
Tammy L. Kernodle
as Self
Farah Griffin
as Self
Gayle Murchison
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
MARY LOU WILLIAMS: THE LADY WHO SWINGS THE BAND - TPFF 2016 TRAILER
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2015-04-01.
Who are the main actors in Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
The main cast includes Mary Lou Williams, Alfre Woodard, Delroy Lindo, Wendell Pierce, Stanley Crouch, .
Where can I watch Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band is available.
Is Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band based on a true story?▼
She fought to create in a world that could not see past her race or gender
What is the IMDb rating of Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band filmed?▼
Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
The total runtime of Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band is 70 minutes.
Is Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band.
Does Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
Similar Movies
Back on Board: Greg Louganis
In Free Fall
The Voyagers
The Cats of Mirikitani
Kreator - Hate & Hope
The Provider
Cartoonists: Footsoldiers of Democracy
Madame Winger Makes a Film: A Survival Guide for the 21st Century
Headdress
Jesus Camp
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
Sex, Lies & Love Bites: The Agony Aunt Story
Guitar
Ice/Sea
Wild Women Don't Have the Blues
She's Beautiful When She's Angry
Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
Tough Love
In fabbrica