Right On!(1970)
If You're Ready For It - Right On. If Not - This Movie Could Mess Up Your Mind.
Right On! Synopsis
Filmed on the rooftops of lower Manhattan, this performance film features the original Last Poets performing 28 numbers adapted from their legendary Concept-East Poetry appearance at New York's Paperback Theater in 1969. Described as “a conspiracy of ritual, street theater, soul music and cinema."
Right On! (1970) is a history, documentary and music film directed by Herbert Danska, released on October 1, 1970 with a runtime of 1h 18m. It stars Gylan Kain, Felipe Luciano, David Nelson and Carlos Cuebas. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Herbert Danska
- Producers:
- Herbert Danska
- Production:
- Concept East N.Y.
- Status:
- Released
Right On! (1970) Trailer
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Right On! Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gylan Kain
as Himself (member of 'The Original Last Poets')
Felipe Luciano
as Himself (member of 'The Original Last Poets')
David Nelson
as Himself (member of 'The Original Last Poets')
- Carlos Cuebas
Carlos Cuebas
as Congas
- Gene Ballard
Gene Ballard
as Drummer
- Gardenia Carter
Gardenia Carter
as Self
- Geoffrey King
Geoffrey King
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Herbert Danska, produced by Herbert Danska.
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Right On! Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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Right On! – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Right On! online?
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Who stars in Right On!?
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The main cast of Right On! (1970) includes Gylan Kain, Felipe Luciano, David Nelson, Carlos Cuebas and Gene Ballard. The film was directed by Herbert Danska. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Right On! released?
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Right On! was released on October 1, 1970 and runs for 1h 18m.
Is Right On! worth watching?
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Right On! (1970) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy history, documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Right On!?
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