An exploration of Gil Scott Heron's 1971 debut and most critically-acclaimed album, featuring hip-hop precursor The Revolution Will Not Be Televised. The album skilfully and consistently blends musical excellence with powerful message in its wonderful combinations of words, poetry and jazz.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Gil Scott-HeronSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Chuck DSelf | Self |
 Bonnie GreerSelf | Self |
| BBob Thiele Jr.Self | Self |
| AAshley KahnSelf | Self |
 Gregory PorterSelf | Self |
| UUrsula RuckerSelf | Self |
| BBrian JacksonSelf | Self |