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An Evening with Harry Belafonte & Friends
 
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An Evening with Harry Belafonte & Friends (1997)

Starring: Harry Belafonte, Richard Bona Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)


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Product Details

  • Actors: Harry Belafonte, Richard Bona
  • Format: Color, DVD, Live, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Island
  • DVD Release Date: May 20, 2003
  • Run Time: 80 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000096FTK
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #35,519 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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An Evening with Harry Belafonte and Friends contains the full broadcast of a 1997 PBS special, an exciting program that introduced the consummate performer to a new generation of admirers. The legendary actor-activist-recording artist offers fresh evidence of his acclaimed talent for capturing and re-appraising the pure character of folk music through elegant pop forms. Belafonte's classic material from his bestselling years in the 1950s and early '60s is represented here with a vivacious "Matilda" (complete with audience participation), a handsome reading of the immensely popular "Jamaica Farewell," and a snazzy, gospel-flavored "The Banana Boat Song (Day-O)."

The big draw, however, is Belafonte himself, his charismatic blend of raw, masculine joy, spiritual gravity, intellectual force, and measured dignity--all quite visible in his delivery on such mythic material as "We Are the Wave," the nostalgic "Try to Remember," and the unsettling, if gorgeously provocative, "Dangerous Times." --Tom Keogh


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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars High quality, June 18, 2003
First of all I have to point out, that this DVD is not region 1 coded!
Expected for a very long time - a video recording of a Harry Belafonte concert. For anybody who likes Harry Belafonte this DVD is a must. It contains fourteen new and nostalgic songs in a new arrangement in a high quality performance.
In addition with an outstanding image quality (although a little bit noisy) this program is a real entertainment. Even the sound is better than I have stated during some live performances.

Unfortunately this DVD was not issued in 16:9 format, although part of the cover let us think that.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply a Pleasure!, September 15, 2000
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The consumate performer comes through with outstanding musicians and an updated sound. Some terrific new songs and old favorites. Even my kids enjoy this tape, watching all of the incredible musicians like Richard Bona and dancing along with the upbeat classics like "Matilda" and "Kwela (Listen to the Man)." I saw Harry Belafonte perform last night and he can still belt them out at age 74! Trust me, this is a quality production.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Belafonte with swing and emotion, March 1, 2006
By A. W. van Arend (Krimpen aan den IJssel, Netherlands) - See all my reviews
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This show is a mix of the best of everything: African rhythm, Carribean feel, and beautiful ballads. Unbelievable how Harry, not the youngest, can set a show on stage with such energy and excitement many youngster better be jealous of...
A special compliment to the performance of Richard Bona, who demonstrates his ability to make a big room seem incredibly small by his exciting Cameroun songs. Even if you don't understand the lyrics - and like the most, I don't understand the words - the emotional message is so strong it makes the hair in my neck stand out.... DVD to have, and play over and over again....
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the greats on a great night
I was lucky enough to see Belafonte live at least a dozen times and I think he was one of the greatest performers I've ever seen. Read more
Published 3 months ago by J. Carey

1.0 out of 5 stars Big disappintment
I'm a big fan of Harry Belafonte and the disappintment was great, when I saw the concert.
Published 20 months ago by F. Koch

5.0 out of 5 stars Harry Belafonte dvd
Great viewing for a family or friend night. Get's everyone dancing in their seats!
Published on January 9, 2007 by Jennifer A. Williams

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