Movie Description
Moonchild: The Life and Music of Yusuf Salim
(2026)Overview
Moonchild follows jazz pianist, composer, and mentor Yusuf Salim, from his early years playing on Baltimore’s famed Pennsylvania Avenue to his celebrated contributions to the emerging jazz and Black Muslim communities in his adopted hometown in Durham, North Carolina. Salim’s deep faith and embrace of human connection transformed the world around him, even through a lifelong battle with personal demons. During Yusuf’s 60-year musical journey, he inspired and propelled the careers of award-winning musicians and vocalists with his Black Atlantic cool and mastery of the songbook. Guided by his legacy, acclaimed jazz artists reunite in Durham to honor an unsung mentor and perform Salim’s music at historic concerts.
Featured Crew
- Director : Kenny Dalsheimer,Rafael Samanez
- Producer : Kenny Dalsheimer
- Writer : Kenny Dalsheimer,Rafael Samanez
- Editor : Rafael Samanez
- Cast : Yusuf Salim,Nnenna Freelon,Bus Brown,Eve Cornelius,Elijah Fox-Peck,Billy Stevens,Gary Bartz,Sister Rhonda Muhammad,Imam Oliver Muhammad,Lois Deloatch,Robert Towers,Dr. Brian Horton,Rachiim Ausar Sahu
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleMoonchild: The Life and Music of Yusuf Salim
Status Released
Release Information
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2026-04-30
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 34m
Homepagehttps://www.brotheryusuffilm.com/
Genres
- Documentary
- Music
