Review:
'round Midnight (film)
overall review score: 4.2
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
score is between 0 and 5
Round Midnight is a 1986 American-French musical drama film directed by Bertrand Tavernier. It tells the story of an aging jazz musician's struggle with alcoholism and new friendship with a young French fan in Paris.
Key Features
- Musical drama
- Jazz music
- Exploration of addiction
- Friendship
Pros
- Strong performances by Dexter Gordon and François Cluzet
- Authentic portrayal of the jazz music scene in Paris
- Beautiful cinematography
Cons
- Slow pacing may not appeal to all viewers
- Limited audience for jazz music genre