INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE | A chronicle of the life of saxophonist Ronnie Scott, from poor, Jewish kid growing up in 1940s East End, London to the owner of the legendary night club, Ronnie’s. Glorious clips from performances by jazz greats spanning decades—Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, Jimi Hendrix, Nina Simone, Van Morrison, Chet Baker, and more—bring to life this story of a charming, talented man who secretly wrestled with his own inner demons.
Watch an exclusive pre-recorded Q&A with Director/Writer Oliver Murray and Composer Alex Heffes, Editor Paul Trewartha.
DOC NYC Live event: Sunday, Nov. 22 at 1 ET on Facebook Live– Director Oliver Murray and editor Paul Trewatha discusses the history of the London jazz club Ronnie Scott’s featuring footage of musical greats Ella Fitzgerald, Chet Baker, Nina Simone and more.