'Round Midnight

Set in Paris in 1959, 'Round Midnight' tells the story of Dale Turner, a fictionalized composite of jazz legends like Lester Young and Bud Powell. A brilliant but troubled tenor saxophonist, Turner struggles with alcoholism and depression while navigating his artistic life and personal demons. He finds solace and a potential path to redemption through a friendship with a young Parisian artist who idolizes him.

The film was widely acclaimed for its poignant portrayal of a jazz musician's struggles and its authentic depiction of the jazz world. Critics praised Dexter Gordon's performance, which earned him an Academy Award nomination, and the film's evocative atmosphere and musical score.

• Praised for Dexter Gordon's powerful and nuanced performance.
• Celebrated for its authentic and atmospheric portrayal of the 1950s jazz scene.
• Lauded for its sensitive exploration of addiction and artistic struggle.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's moving and authentic depiction of jazz legends and their struggles, with particular praise for Dexter Gordon's performance and the immersive atmosphere.

Academy Award nomination for Best Actor (Dexter Gordon), César Award for Best Foreign Film.

Dexter Gordon, a legendary tenor saxophonist himself, was a real-life contemporary of many of the jazz musicians on whom his character was based, adding an incredible layer of authenticity to his performance.