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Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

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  • Robert Battle

    Robert Battle

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  • Rennie Harris

    Rennie Harris

    Himself

  • Darrin Ross

    Darrin Ross

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  • Don Martin

    Don Martin

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  • Mary Barnett

    Mary Barnett

    Herself

  • Linda Kent

    Linda Kent

    Herself

  • George Faison

    George Faison

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  • Judith Jamison

    Judith Jamison

    Self

  • William Hammond

    William Hammond

    Himself

Overview

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

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