The Godfather of Disco

In a moving biodoc, ‘Godfather of Disco’ Mel Cheren, one of the last 70s bizzers alive, talks frankly about sexual liberation, the gay revolution, his legendary West End recording company ?based in the same building that would later house the famous Studio 54 club- as well as his lovers and the AIDS plague. Including invaluable period footage of legendary recordings, The Godfather of Disco mercifully looks beyond disco balls and afro wigs to examine the full social and musical implications of the disco phenomenon, as well as encapsulate the vibe of a buzzing 70s New York.

Director: Gene Graham
Screenwriter: Gene Graham
Cinematography: Francis Legge
Editing: Gene Graham
Featuring: Barbara Tucker, Barry Lederer, Brent Nicholson Earle, Charlie Grapone

USA, Color
English, 90΄
Format: 35mm