Blind Gary Davis
Death Don't Have No Mercy In This Land
January 1, 1964
11 min
✓ Released 22816 days ago
Documentary
About
A short documentary on the "Harlem Street Singer," blues artist Rev. Gary Davis. Features footage of his neighborhood, Davis talking about his upbringing, and two performances including "Death Don't Have No Mercy." Benefiting from New York's folk revival in the 1960s, Davis influenced artists such as Dave Van Ronk, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.
Movie Info
Status: Released
Director: Harold Becker
Runtime: 11 min
Top Cast
Rev. Gary Davis
Rev. Gary Davis
