Black Wax (1983)
Gil Scott-Heron, one of rap's earliest (and unfortunately unknown) pioneers, gets his full due in Black Wax, the 1982 documentary recently reissued on video. Interspliced between performance footage of Scott-Heron and his Midnight Band are vignettes of him walking around Washington D.C., spouting his views on then-President Reagan (dubbed "Ray-Gun") and generally dropping knowledge. The live performance features many of Scott-Heron's best-known hits, including "Johannesburg," "Winter in America," and "Angel Dust," among others. Warm, intelligent, and insightful throughout, Scott-Heron is clearly enjoying himself and the opportunity to espouse his views. A must for any fan of Scott-Heron's, and definitely worth a look for fans of the funkier jazz music of the mid to late 1970's.
Director: Robert Mugge
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Gil Scott-Heron as Himself |
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Glen 'Astro' Turner as |
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Gia Scott-Heron as Herself |
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Ed Brady as Himself |
| Directing | Robert Mugge | Director |
| Production | Robert Mugge | Producer |
| Editing | Robert Mugge | Editor |
| Camera | Larry McConkey | Director of Photography |
