Ailey(2021)
Ailey Synopsis
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.
Ailey (2021) is a documentary film directed by Jamila Wignot, released on July 23, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 34m. It stars Robert Battle, Rennie Harris, Darrin Ross and Don Martin. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Jamila Wignot
- Producers:
- Jamila Wignot, Lauren DeFilippo
- Cinematographer:
- Naiti Gámez
- Composer:
- Daniel Bernard Roumain
- Production:
- Insignia Films, American Masters Pictures, Impact Partners, XTR, Black Public Media, ITVS
- Status:
- Released
Ailey (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Ailey before you stream it.
Ailey Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Robert Battle
Robert Battle
as Himself
- Rennie Harris
Rennie Harris
as Himself
- Darrin Ross
Darrin Ross
as Himself
- Don Martin
Don Martin
as Himself
- Mary Barnett
Mary Barnett
as Herself
- Linda Kent
Linda Kent
as Herself
- George Faison
George Faison
as Himself
Judith Jamison
as Self
- William Hammond
William Hammond
as Himself
- Sylvia Waters
Sylvia Waters
as Herself
Hope Clarke
as Herself
- Sarita Allen
Sarita Allen
as Herself
Key crew
Directed by Jamila Wignot, produced by Jamila Wignot and Lauren DeFilippo.
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Ailey Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 6 ratings.
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Ailey – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ailey online?
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Ailey (2021) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Ailey?
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The main cast of Ailey (2021) includes Robert Battle, Rennie Harris, Darrin Ross, Don Martin and Mary Barnett. The film was directed by Jamila Wignot. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Ailey released?
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Ailey was released on July 23, 2021 and runs for 1h 34m.
Is Ailey worth watching?
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Ailey (2021) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Ailey?
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Yes. The official Ailey trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.