Keep on Keepin' On
Documentary on 23-year-old blind piano prodigy Justin Kauflin - an acute sufferer of stage fright - who finds his way to jazz legend and teacher, 89-year-old Clark Terry (a teacher and mentor to Quincy Jones and Miles Davis, as well as a player in both Count Basie's and Duke Ellington's bands). Shot over five years.
After Kauflin is invited to compete in an elite international competition, Clark's health takes a turn for the worse. With time running out, the two friends tackle the toughest challenges of their interwoven lives.
- Director:
- Alan Hicks (feature debut)
- Cast:
- Clark TerryJustin KauflinQuincy JonesBill CosbyHerbie HancockSandi McCree
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The New York Times
pressHicks's affectionate and moving look at the relationship between the great trumpeter Clark Terry and Justin Kauflin, a talented young pianist.
The Dissolve
pressOpts for a feeling of loose bebop jazz, keeping things fresh, unpredictable, and occasionally sublime.
The New York Times
pressHicks's affectionate and moving look at the relationship between the great trumpeter Clark Terry and Justin Kauflin, a talented young pianist.
The Dissolve
pressOpts for a feeling of loose bebop jazz, keeping things fresh, unpredictable, and occasionally sublime.
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