Cast: Art Blakey

Direction Dick Fontaine · Pat Hartley

Cast Art Blakey · Dizzy Gillespie · Roy Haynes · Wynton Marsalis

Synopsis Art Blakey: The Jazz Messenger (1988) offers an intimate look into the life and influence of the legendary jazz drummer and mentor, Art Blakey. The documentary features appearances by jazz icon Dizzy Gillespie and showcases the talents of numerous students,...

Direction Sophie Huber

Cast Ambrose Akinmusire · Art Blakey · John Coltrane · Michael Cuscuna

Synopsis Blue Note Records: Beyond the Notes (2018) takes viewers on an enlightening, exhilarating, and deeply moving expedition behind the curtain of Blue Note Records, the trailblazing label that has amplified the voices of some of the most exceptional jazz musicians...

Direction John Jopson

Cast Art Blakey · Ron Carter · Walter Davis Jr. · Jack DeJohnette

Synopsis One Night with Blue Note (1985) captures a pivotal moment in jazz history, showcasing the reunion of over 30 legendary jazz musicians from the iconic Blue Note label. The event, held at New York City's Town Hall on February 22,...

Direction Samuel D. Pollard · Ben Shapiro

Cast Max Roach · Maya Angelou · Harry Belafonte · Art Blakey

Synopsis Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes (2023) delves into the extraordinary journey of renowned drummer and activist Max Roach, tracing his artistic highs, personal challenges, and continual reinventions. The documentary spans from the Jim Crow era to the Civil Rights...

Direction Georg Wilhelm Pabst

Cast Willy Birgel · Elisabeth Müller · Ivan Desny · Eva Kerbler

Synopsis Ballerina (1956) follows the story of Kostja, a talented choreographer who crafts a captivating ballet titled "The Bolero" (Ravel) for the renowned dancer Bettina, with whom he shares a deep affection. However, their world is turned upside down when Bettina...