Topic: Jazz

Direction David Simon · Eric Overmyer · Anthony Hemingway · Ernest R. Dickerson

Cast Wendell Pierce · Steve Zahn · Clarke Peters · Khandi Alexander

Synopsis Treme (TV Series) (2010) is a television series that aired from 2010 to 2013, spanning 4 seasons and 36 episodes. The show is set in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans and follows the journeys of various residents...

Direction Ken Burns

Synopsis Jazz (TV Miniseries) (2001) is a comprehensive exploration of the rich history and cultural impact of jazz music, spanning 12 engaging episodes, each approximately one hour in length. This documentary series delves into the origins, evolution, and enduring influence of...

Direction Bruce Weber

Cast Chet Baker

Synopsis Let's Get Lost (1988) is a poignant exploration of the life of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker, helmed by renowned photographer Bruce Weber. This film interweaves archival footage from the 1950s, capturing Baker's heyday as part of the West Coast Cool...

Direction Damien Chazelle

Cast Miles Teller · J.K. Simmons · Melissa Benoist · Paul Reiser

Synopsis Whiplash (2014) follows the journey of a driven and gifted young percussionist (Miles Teller) who enrolls in a renowned music conservatory to achieve his aspiration of becoming one of the most celebrated drummers in history. His excitement peaks when Fletcher...

Direction Wim Wenders

Cast Ry Cooder · Ibrahim Ferrer · Rubén González · Elíades Ochoa

Synopsis Buena Vista Social Club (1999) follows a remarkable assembly of veteran Cuban musicians, some in their nineties, united by American guitarist Ry Cooder to create an album. The documentary captures the magic of their recording sessions in Havana, offering a...

Direction Murray Lerner

Cast Miles Davis · Joni Mitchell · Carlos Santana

Synopsis Miles Electric: A Different Kind of Blue (2004) delves into the iconic performance by Miles Davis at the Isle of Wight Festival in August 1970. The documentary features comprehensive live footage from the event and incorporates recent interviews with band...

Direction Louis Cavrell

Cast Steve Allen · Bill Evans · Harry Evans

Direction Damien Chazelle

Cast Emma Stone · Ryan Gosling · John Legend · Rosemarie Dewitt

Synopsis La La Land (2016) follows the journey of Mia, a budding actress who balances her passion with a job serving coffee to celebrities between auditions. Meanwhile, Sebastian, a dedicated jazz musician, struggles to make ends meet by performing at low-key...

Direction Wim Wenders

Synopsis Martin Scorsese Presents the Blues - The Soul of a Man (2003) is a captivating documentary directed by Wim Wenders, renowned for his work on films like "Buena Vista Social Club," "Wings of Desire," and "Paris, Texas." The film delves...

Direction Ramon Tort

Synopsis A Film About Kids and Music. Sant Andreu Jazz Band (2012) offers an inspiring glimpse into an extraordinary musical journey. The documentary chronicles the story of a unique and thriving initiative at a music school, focusing on a talented youth...

Direction Charlotte Zwerin

Cast Thelonious Monk · John Coltrane · Harry Colomby

Synopsis Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988) delves into the extraordinary life and career of the legendary pianist and jazz icon Thelonious Monk, who left an indelible mark on the music world from 1917 to 1982. This captivating documentary showcases live...

Direction Clint Eastwood

Cast Forest Whitaker · Diane Venora · Michael Zelniker · Samuel E. Wright

Synopsis Bird (1988) presents a poignant homage to the extraordinary life and musical brilliance of legendary saxophonist Charlie Parker. The narrative weaves together key moments from Parker's extraordinary journey, beginning with his formative years in Kansas City. It delves into his...

Direction Shin'ichirō Watanabe

Synopsis Kids on the Slope (TV Series) (2012) follows the story of Nishimi Kaoru, a young man who has frequently relocated due to his father's career, making his first day at a new school a familiar routine. Known for his intelligence...

Direction Pete Docter · Kemp Powers

Synopsis Soul (2020) embarks on a profound exploration of the essence of individuality, delving into the origins of one's passions, aspirations, and unique qualities. Pixar Animation Studios crafts a captivating narrative that traverses the bustling streets of New York City and...

Direction Bertrand Tavernier

Cast Dexter Gordon · François Cluzet · Lonette McKee · Christine Pascal

Synopsis Round Midnight (1986) follows the story of a passionate French jazz enthusiast who forms a deep bond with a once-renowned American jazz musician, striving to rescue him from his downward spiral. The film stars Dexter Gordon as Dale Turner, a...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Frank Sinatra · Eleanor Parker · Kim Novak · Arnold Stang

Synopsis The Man With the Golden Arm (1955) follows the journey of Frankie Machine, a former heroin addict and expert card dealer. Upon his release from prison, Frankie faces significant challenges as he attempts to rebuild his life and steer clear...

Direction Giuseppe Tornatore

Cast Tim Roth · Pruitt Taylor Vince · Mélanie Thierry · Bill Nunn

Synopsis The Legend of 1900 (1998) unfolds on January 1, 1900, when Danny Boodmann (Bill Nunn), a mechanic on the transatlantic liner Virginian, discovers an abandoned infant and decides to raise him in secret. The child, named Novecento (1900), grows up...

Direction Fernando Trueba

Cast Michel Camilo · Gato Barbieri · Tito Puente · Chucho Valdés

Direction Liz Garbus

Cast Nina Simone · Lisa Simone Kelly

Synopsis What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015) delves into the extraordinary life of Nina Simone, a renowned civil rights advocate, artist, and musician. This documentary masterfully weaves together segments from over 100 hours of previously unheard audio tapes featuring interviews with Simone,...

Direction Yuzuru Tachikawa

Synopsis Blue Giant (2023) follows the journey of Miyamoto Dai, a young man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he attends his first live jazz concert. The mesmerizing performance sparks an intense passion within him, leading him to commit to...