Music from the Big House (2010) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

2010 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2010, Music from the Big House is a musique and documentaire film directed by Bruce McDonald, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Rita Chiarelli, an award-winning recording artist, has decided to take a pilgrimage to the birthplace of the blues—Louisiana State Maximum Security Penitentiary a.k.a Angola Prison. She never imagined that her love of the blues would lead her to play with inmates serving life sentences for murder, rape and armed robbery. In what was once the bloodiest prison in America, inmates relatives will be invited to listen alongside other prisoners, to hear remarkable voices singing stories of hope and redemption. Let yourself be swept away by one of Blues’ most soulful pilgrim daughters who is finding out if music really is an escape.

Who’s in it. Music from the Big House stars Rita Chiarelli as herself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Music from the Big House has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Music from the Big House page.

If you liked it. Fans of Music from the Big House tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book : Sur les routes du Sud and La Légende du pianiste sur l'océan.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Music from the Big House (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Music from the Big House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Music from the Big House worth watching?
Music from the Big House holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy musique and documentaire. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Music from the Big House?
Music from the Big House stars Rita Chiarelli.
When was Music from the Big House released?
Music from the Big House was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.