Blind Gary Davis
Death Don't Have No Mercy In This Land
1964-01-01
11 minutes.
Overview
A short documentary on the "Harlem Street Singer," blues artist Rev. Gary Davis. Features footage of his neighborhood, Davis talking about his upbringing, and two performances including "Death Don't Have No Mercy." Benefiting from New York's folk revival in the 1960s, Davis influenced artists such as Dave Van Ronk, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.
Year 1964
Studio Harold Becker Productions
Director Harold Becker
Crew Harold Becker (Director), Jerome Shore (Assistant Director), Robert Ellis (Sound), Dick Alderson (Sound), Joseph Reynolds (Camera Operator)
Popularity 0
Language English
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