Movies and TvShows featuring "saxophonist" theme.
Sound! Euphonium follows the story of Kumiko Oumae, a high school girl who decides to join her school's music club and help revive it. Along the way, she forms friendships with her fellow club members and learns the true meaning of dedication and teamwork.
Viktor Navorski arrives at JFK International Airport, but finds that he is not allowed to enter the United States. Due to a civil war in his home nation of Krakozhia, the US no longer recognizes it as a sovereign nation. Viktor is forced to live in the terminal, carrying his luggage and a mysterious Planters peanut can. He befriends a catering car driver named Enrique and helps him marry a female Customs and Border Protection officer. Viktor also meets flight attendant Amelia Warren, tries to earn money, and gets an off-the-books job as a construction worker. Despite pressure from a CBP head named Frank Dixon to get Viktor out of the airport, Viktor earns the respect of the airport staff. Over time, Viktor reveals that he is in New York to collect an autograph from a famous tenor saxophonist. Eventually, the war in Krakozhia ends, but Dixon still refuses to let Viktor enter the US. Amelia helps Viktor obtain permission, but he is disappointed to learn that she has renewed her relationship with a married government official. Dixon blackmails Viktor to return to Krakozhia, but Gupta, an airport janitor, convinces Viktor to go anyway. As Viktor leaves the airport, Dixon decides not to pursue him. Viktor goes to the city, obtains the autograph, completes his late father's collection, and hails a taxi to go home.
Reporter Blues is an Italian-Japanese cartoon/anime television series created by Marco Pagot and Gi Pagot and directed by Kenji Kodama. It consists of 52 half-hour episodes. The first season was aired in France in 1991. The second season was aired in 1996. The show was co-produced by RAI and TMS Entertainment.
Alice, a bored housewife, discovers an invisible man and a magic potion in Chinatown. She uses the potion to transform herself into an invisible woman, leading to self-discovery and a new fantasy life.
Chasing Trane is a documentary film that explores the life and musical career of John Coltrane, one of the most influential jazz saxophonists of all time. The film delves into Coltrane's upbringing, his experiences with racism, his experimentation with different styles and genres, and his spiritual journey. It also examines the impact of his music on the jazz world and beyond. With interviews, archival footage, and performances, Chasing Trane offers a deep insight into the man behind the music.
Mo' Better Blues is a captivating comedy-drama film set in 1990s New York City. It follows the story of a talented saxophonist and his struggles to balance his love for jazz music, his complex relationships, and his pursuit of success. The film explores themes of friendship, love, rivalry, and the challenges faced by African-American musicians in the industry. With stunning performances and an engaging storyline, Mo' Better Blues is an entertaining watch for music and movie enthusiasts alike.
A cinematic ode to jazz legend, Wayne Shorter. Depicted in 3 portals, the viewer is transported into prolific periods of Shorter's life and how through adversity, he grew to greatness, shattered the limitations of jazz, and became one of the most influential musicians and composers in American music.
Everyone eventually meets the love of their lives. Sometimes, like Danny and Julia, that person comes along when you are 13 years old. Other times, like Hubbie and his sweetheart, star-crossed love makes getting together a life-long adventure. This heartwarming story will make you feel like falling in love all over again.
Excessive Force is a 1993 action movie about a police detective who goes up against a dangerous drug dealer. As he investigates the case, he is faced with police brutality, race relations, and a home invasion that puts his life in danger. With the help of his sparring partner and saxophonist friend, he fights to bring down the criminal and restore justice.
Moscow on the Hudson is a comedy-drama film about a Russian musician who defects to the United States and settles in New York City. The story follows his struggles and adventures as he navigates the American way of life and pursues his dreams.
A 10 year old gifted boy wants to be a jazz pianist much to the chagrin of his more classical oriented piano instructor. With his mother's help, he is an underage regular at a local nightspot, where he is teamed up with a sax superstar. Both come to learn that each suffers from Tourette's Syndrome (thus the film title). The older man has developed mannerisms to cover up his own fallibilities and resents the boy and his mother's acceptance of the disease.
Two musical brothers look for love, only to have their quest end in tragedy for one.
Every Night's a Saturday Night is a documentary film that chronicles the life and career of Bobby Keys, a renowned rock musician known for his collaborations with The Rolling Stones and other iconic bands. Through interviews with Keys and his fellow musicians, the film provides an intimate look into his journey in the music industry, filled with wild stories, drug addiction, and the highs and lows of a rock star lifestyle.
In 'Lulu on the Bridge,' a saxophonist named Izzy Maurer discovers a magical stone that transforms his life. After being shot in a club, Izzy's life takes a surreal turn as he becomes involved with a mysterious actress, Celia. As Izzy navigates his way through a New York filled with twists and turns, the stone continues to exert its influence, leading him on a journey of self-discovery, love, and danger.
New York: Every night the mysterious "Night Owl" goes on the air with her moody radio show. She seems to have an inexplicable influence on some men; several of Julie's friends commit suicide while listening to her voice. She fears for her husband Harry, who becomes more and more distant from her.
In 1959 Paris, struggling jazz musician Dale Turner forms an unlikely friendship with a compassionate frenchman who helps him navigate the challenges of alcoholism, poverty, and the decline of the jazz age.
Frank Flynn is summonsed from New York by his brother Charlie to Vanuatu. He arrives only to find Charlie dead, and becomes involved with his late brother's partner, Viv, and Viv's unhappy wife, Anna.
A composer finds love with a co-worker after taking a job at his uncle's advertising agency.
Biopic about jazz saxophonist Kaoru Abe and his wife, noted writer Izumi Suzuki.
A troubled composer becomes intrigued by a mysterious handyman who has a dark secret, leading to an intense game of cat and mouse.