2026 Sarasota Film Festival
Little Satchmo
2021• 1 hr 1 min• United States• English
Louis Armstrong is iconic- a symbol of musical genius and unparalleled success. Little Satchmo redefines this perpetuated caricature and reveals one of his dearest loves- a child hidden from the world: a daughter sworn to a life of secrecy until now.
Directed by John Alexander
Documentary Feature
Screening Details
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Friday, April 1, 2022 at 12:01 AM EDT
Ends 11:59 PM EDT
About This Event
Explore the life of Sharon Preston-Folta, the daughter of American icon and legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong. To the world, Louis Armstrong is iconic — a symbol of musical genius, unparalleled success, and unassailable character. To Sharon, he was simply Dad.
Cast
Sharon Preston-Folta
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