Black Wax

Year: 1983

Runtime: 79 mins

Language: English

Director: Robert Mugge

MusicDocumentary

Black Wax follows Gil Scott‑Heron and his Midnight Band in 1982, blending concert footage of hits like “Johannesburg,” “Winter in America,” and “Angel Dust” with street scenes of Scott‑Heron strolling Washington, D.C., critiquing President Reagan (dubbed “Ray‑Gun”) and offering commentary. Warm, insightful, the film captures his charismatic performance and political voice, a must‑see for fans of his pioneering rap‑jazz style.

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