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On the Sound(1962)
Status: Released
Date: 1962-05-11
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A jazz/dance film featuring the Martha Graham Dancers.
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Fred Baker Film and Video Co.
Movie: On the Sound
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Mary Hinkson
Donald McKayle
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A jazz/dance film featuring the Martha Graham Dancers.
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1962-05-11
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