Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist 45 years old

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist

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.”

Credits

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Cast

Name Character
Sidney Poitier He was 51, now 97 years old as Narrator (voice)
Paul Robeson He was 80, 77 years old when he died as Himself (archive footage)

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Crew

Name Department
Saul J. Turrell as Director. Directing
Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist poster
Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist (45 years)

  • Release day: Monday, January 01, 1979
  • Runtime: 30 minutes