To the world, Louis Armstrong is iconic as a symbol of musical genius, unparalleled success, and unassailable character. To Sharon, he was simply Dad. Armstrong's wholesome, non-threatening image preserved his singular career as a black performer with unfettered access to a white man's world. Yet he was more than a caricature; he had desires, he had longings, and in private, he held tightly to the things he loved. Perhaps closest to his heart was a child whom he hid from the world: a daughter sworn to a life of secrecy until now.
On Thursday, January 27th we invite you to watch Little Satchmo with us at 7:00 pm CST and at 8:15 pm CST join us for a Live Stream Q & A with Sharon Preston Folta - daughter of Louis Armstrong and Subject of the film; John Alexander- Director; and Lea Umberger- Producer. Can't watch the film at 7:00pm you can still tune in for the Q & A and panel and then watch the film at your leisure. The film is available from 12:00 am Central on Thursday January 27th until Sunday, February 6th at 11:59 pm Central.
- Year2021
- Runtime1:01:00
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- RatingAdult Content
- DirectorJohn Alexander
- ScreenwriterJohn Alexander
- ProducerLea Umberger, JC Guest
- CastSharon Preston-Folta
To the world, Louis Armstrong is iconic as a symbol of musical genius, unparalleled success, and unassailable character. To Sharon, he was simply Dad. Armstrong's wholesome, non-threatening image preserved his singular career as a black performer with unfettered access to a white man's world. Yet he was more than a caricature; he had desires, he had longings, and in private, he held tightly to the things he loved. Perhaps closest to his heart was a child whom he hid from the world: a daughter sworn to a life of secrecy until now.
On Thursday, January 27th we invite you to watch Little Satchmo with us at 7:00 pm CST and at 8:15 pm CST join us for a Live Stream Q & A with Sharon Preston Folta - daughter of Louis Armstrong and Subject of the film; John Alexander- Director; and Lea Umberger- Producer. Can't watch the film at 7:00pm you can still tune in for the Q & A and panel and then watch the film at your leisure. The film is available from 12:00 am Central on Thursday January 27th until Sunday, February 6th at 11:59 pm Central.
- Year2021
- Runtime1:01:00
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- RatingAdult Content
- DirectorJohn Alexander
- ScreenwriterJohn Alexander
- ProducerLea Umberger, JC Guest
- CastSharon Preston-Folta