David (1961)
During the fertile early years of Drew Associates following the breakthrough of Primary, came this seldom-seen portrait of David Allen, a jazz trumpeter struggling in the Santa Monica drug rehabilitation center Synanon House. Pennebaker’s love of music drew him to David and the film prefigures later portraits such as Dont Look Back. He teamed with Life photographer William Ray and producer Gregory Shuker.
Top Cast
David Allen
Self
Joseph Julian
Narrator
FAQ about David
What is David about?
During the fertile early years of Drew Associates following the breakthrough of Primary, came this seldom-seen portrait of David Allen, a jazz trumpeter struggling in the Santa Monica drug rehabilitation center Synanon House. Pennebaker’s love of music drew him to David and the…
When was David released?
David was released in 1961.
What genres does David belong to?
David is categorised as Documentary, Music.
Who stars in David?
The cast of David includes David Allen, Joseph Julian.