Can't You Hear the Wind Howl? The Life & Music of Robert Johnson

Nan
1h 17m
1998
8.8 /10 (2)

Overview

An in-depth, award-winning documentary on the life and music of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. Mixing rare photographs, exclusive interviews, and dramatic re-creations, it presents a compelling portrait of this enigmatic figure.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 1998-09-26

Top Billed Cast

Danny Glover

Self - Narrator (voice)

Keb' Mo'

Robert Johnson

Yolonda Williams

Callie / Virginia

Marcus M. Mauldin

Johnny Shine

Liz Mikel

Nickel Lady

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