Brownie Speaks (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2014, Brownie Speaks is a drama, music, history and documentary film directed by Don Glanden, running about 87 minutes. “The Life, Music & Legacy of Clifford Brown” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. In an era when many musicians were emulating Charlie Parker’s drug abuse, Brown inspired others to achieve greatness while living a clean life. Ironically, he was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.
Who’s in it. Brownie Speaks stars Sonny Rollins as Self, Benny Golson as Self, Lou Donaldson as Self and Jimmy Heath as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Brownie Speaks sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brownie Speaks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brownie Speaks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brownie Speaks (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brownie Speaks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brownie Speaks worth watching?
- Brownie Speaks holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music, history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Brownie Speaks?
- Brownie Speaks stars Sonny Rollins, Benny Golson, Lou Donaldson, Jimmy Heath and Donald Byrd.
- When was Brownie Speaks released?
- Brownie Speaks was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.