Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Don Letts
Writers Don Letts, Gil Scott-Heron
Studio BBC Four
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Gil Scott-Heron

Gil Scott-Heron

Himself

Yasiin Bey

Yasiin Bey

Himself

Chuck D

Chuck D

Himself

Richie Havens

Richie Havens

Himself

Clive Davis

Clive Davis

Himself

Linton Kwesi Johnson

Linton Kwesi Johnson

Frequently Asked Questions

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised was released on April 14, 2003.

The runtime of Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised is 1h 0m.

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised is a Music, Documentary movie.

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised was directed by Don Letts.

The main cast of Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised includes Gil Scott-Heron, Yasiin Bey, Chuck D.

Gil Scott-Heron: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised is originally in English.