Chico & Rita (2010)

Using morgue photos, newsreel footage, and a recording by Lena Horne, Cuban filmmaker Santiago Alvarez fired off 'Now!', one of the most powerful bursts of propaganda rendered in the 1960s.

With the closure of the sugar mill, the little town of Molasses is devastated, lifeless. Aldo and Monica form a young married couple that do not find a way to survive. By supporting each other, they try to save their world without loosing their faith.

Wes Montgomery shines a light on one of the most unique and influential guitarists in music history. These beautifully filmed programs from the spring of 1965 feature Wes, in intimate studio settings, leading three different lineups through some of his best-known tunes, including "Four On Six", "Jingles" and "West Coast Blues". This rare footage, complete with rehearsals, between-song banter and closeup camera angles, illuminates We's extraordinary musical vocabulary and unconventional picking technique. An in-depth, song-by-song analysis by legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny makes this DVD a guitar lover's dream.

Jazz Icons: Dave Brubeck boasts two beautifully filmed concerts from one of the most beloved quartets in jazz history. Captured at the pinnacle of their power and popularity, Paul Desmond (alto sax), Joe Morello (drums), Eugene Wright (bass) and Dave Brubeck (piano) explore the trails they blazed into the realm of odd time signatures with "Forty Days" and two versions of their groundbreaking hit "Take Five", as well as forays into world music with two unique interpretations of "Koto Song". Their intimate onstage chemistry and impeccable musicianship made the DBQ an award-winning jazz supergroup.

Bayou Maharajah explores the life and music of New Orleans piano legend James Booker, the man Dr. John described as "the best black, gay, one-eyed junkie piano genius New Orleans has ever produced." A brilliant pianist, his eccentricities and showmanship belied a life of struggle, prejudice, and isolation. Illustrated with never-before-seen concert footage, rare personal photos and exclusive interviews, the film paints a portrait of this overlooked genius.

Após fazer diversos filmes sobre dança (sua primeira vocação), a cineasta nova-iorquina Shirley Clarke foi convidada para realizar uma série de curtas-metragens sobre o estilo de vida de seu país para o Pavilhão Americano da Feira Mundial de Bruxelas, em 1958. Carrossel de Pontes nasceu dos materiais descartados desse projeto, e, diferentemente do original - de natureza narrativa -, as imagens sobrepostas neste filme experimental exprimem a concretude dos objetos que retratam, as pontes que cruzam o rio Hudson em Nova York. A música envolve e suaviza a rigidez geométrica das construções de ferro e concreto, que contrastam com a fluidez do rio. Clarke fez duas versões do filme: uma com trilha sonora dos compositores pioneiros da música eletrônica Louis e Bebe Barron; outra, com trilha do compositor, produtor e saxofonista de jazz Teo Macero.

A homage to Bruce Weber's Favourite things, these being mixing film, photography and classic movies. With portraits of a lesbian jazz singer and a 16-year-old wrestler.

Alberto Díaz Korda delivered intense photography experiences throughout his 40-year career. KordaVision traces this brilliant career from his beginning in Havana, Cuba, until he became Fidel Castro's personal photographer from 1959 through 1968.

This acclaimed documentary depicts the sad life of the greatest of all jazz singers, Billie Holiday, a life engraved with personal tragedy and ultimately shortened by drug abuse and alcoholism. Her story and career are portrayed through rare archival film and television appearances, memorable renditions of her greatest songs, and interviews with friends and colleagues.

Three friends on a journey to Moskow and themselves.

A Dutch slave captain, on a voyage to Cuba, faces a revolt fomented by a newly captured African slave, Tamango. The slaves capture the captain's mistress, forcing a showdown.

In a distant planetoid, an industrious but hapless old farmer strives to make his vegetables flourish, however, to no avail.

A slow and ugly fairy tale based on the drawings of inmates at a psychiatric clinic where LaLoux worked.

Tracklisting: 1. Pound for a Brown 2. Baby Snakes 3. Deathless Horsie 4. Dancin' Fool 5. Easy Meat 6. Honey Don't You Want A Man Like Me 7. Keep It Greasey 8. Why Does It Hurt When I Pee? 9. Sofa #2 10. Vinnie's Seal Call Fusion Music 11. Bobby Brown 12. Conehead 13. Dead Air/I'm On Duty 14. St. Alphonzo's Pancake Breakfast 15. Father Oblivion 16. Rollo 17. Bamboozled Outro

Primeiro DVD da carreira de Elza Soares, "Beba-me" tem 22 músicas e foi gravado por Marco Altberg em 2011. O show conta com a a direção de José Miguel Wisnik e Wadim Nikitin a partir de um projeto idealizado por José Gonzaga Araújo. A escolha do repertório foi pelos sambas clássicos interpretados por Elza desde os anos 60, com uma formação metaleira que remete às orquestras daquela época. - SET LIST - Meu guri Dura na queda Estatuto da Gafieira Cartão de visita Pra quê discutir com madame? O Neguinho e a Senhorita Exagero Do cóccix até o pescoço Volta por cima Fadas Flores horizontais Pranto Livre Palmas no portão Lata D'Água A carne Teleco-Teco Nº 2 Teleco-Teco Contas Se acaso você chegasse Apresentações Malandro Beija-me Salve a mocidade

A fiery Cuban woman guides an emissary from the U.S. president through the jungles of war-torn Cuba.

This film about the life of Billie Holiday is as mesmerising and exquisite as her legendary singing voice, featuring interviews with the legendary jazz singer reveal the story behind her songs.

An evil spider kidnaps a housefly from a cabaret and takes her to his secret lab.

Duke Ellington and Orchestra perform 'C Jam Blues'.

Documentary about jazz with a conversation between musicians and the audience. By combining archival footage, interviews with 75 jazz artists and performances culled from 25 hours of concerts, Icons Among Us is a dynamic and engaging document of many of the greatest jazz musicians of today.