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Little Satchmo

Season 7 Episode 1 | 55m 46s | WETA Passport

Little Satchmo is an intimate exploration of the iconic Louis Armstrong's life and legacy through his relationship with the daughter that the public never knew existed. Based on a revealing memoir written by Armstrong's silent daughter, the film seeks to correct a historical narrative relying on caricature for too long.

Aired: 04/11/22 | Expires: 04/17/25 | Rating: TV-14

Support for Reel South is made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Center for Asian American Media and by SouthArts.

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• Little Satchmo | Preview

  Preview: S7 Ep1 | 30s

• Little Satchmo| Taking in a Classic NYC Day Feels Magical

  Clip: S7 Ep1 | 1m 14s

• Little Satchmo | The Secret Child Now Having a Secret Child

  Clip: S7 Ep1 | 1m 6s

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