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201998 minGdocumentary

6.4/ 10(19 ratings)• TMDB

Urban Gentrification

The Apollo

201998 minGdocumentary

6.4/ 10(19 ratings)• TMDB

Exploring the rhythmic legacy of Harlem's iconic Apollo Theater.

“The soul of the American culture”

Urban Gentrification

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Roger Ross Williams

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Exploring the rhythmic legacy of Harlem's iconic Apollo Theater.

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Roger Ross Williams

Roger Ross Williamsdirector

Roger Ross Williams

Roger Ross Williamswriter

Cassidy Hartmann

Cassidy Hartmannwriter

Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williamscast

Jamie Foxx

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The history of New York City's Apollo Theater in Harlem is given the full treatment.

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