Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist

Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist (1979)

This Academy Award-winning documentary short Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, narrated by Sidney Poitier, traces the career of Paul Robeson through his activism and his socially charged performances of his signature song, “Ol’ Man River.”

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  • Release Date: 1979-10-29
  • Runtime: 0h 30min
  • Director: Saul J. Turell

Where to Watch Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist Online

You can now watch Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist online on the following streaming services in the United States.

  • Cast

    • Paul Robeson

      Himself (archive footage)

    • Sidney Poitier

      Narrator (voice)