About the Film

Paris Blues in Harlem is a powerful drama that explores family legacy, cultural preservation, and the difficult choices we face when tradition collides with survival.

"A desperate woman has mere hours to help her rigid grandfather accept a realtor's briefcase with mounds of cash in exchange for his failing Harlem jazz club."

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Harlem's jazz scene, this film delves into the tension between holding onto cultural heritage and the harsh realities of economic necessity. The story follows a young woman caught between honoring her grandfather's lifelong dream and saving the family legacy from financial ruin.

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Film Details

Director Nadhege
Producer Michele Baldwin, Frances Lozada, Lisa Durden
Cast Nadhege, Charles Weldon, Michele Baldwin, Tonya Pinkins, Arthur French, C. Truth, Doctor Bob Lee, Iris Gale
Genre Drama
Runtime 14 minutes
Year 2019
Language English
Production MAAT Films

Cast & Crew

Lead Actress
Nadhege
Cinematography
Snyder Derival

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