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Blind Gary Davis

Movie"Death Don't Have No Mercy In This Land"
Blind Gary Davis
NR 11 minDocumentary
A short documentary on the "Harlem Street Singer," blues artist Rev. Gary Davis. Features footage of his neighborhood, Davis talking about his upbringing, and two performances including "Death Don't Have No Mercy." Benefiting from New York's folk revival in the 1960s, Davis influenced artists such as Dave Van Ronk, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.
DirectorHarold Becker

Movie Details

Original Language:English
Production Companies:Harold Becker Productions