Miles
Miles

Movie spotlight

Miles

2017
Movie
15 min
English

Lifelong friends Edward, Michael and Ashley are involved in a love triangle but not all of them are aware of it. Embarking on a road trip, they start the process of untangling their feelings for one another.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users74%
Director: Don CheadleGenres: Biography, Drama, Music

Plot Summary

A glimpse into the life of legendary jazz musician Miles Davis, focusing on a period of intense creative block and personal turmoil in the late 1970s. As a determined journalist tries to get an interview, Miles embarks on an unexpected and wild adventure, confronting his past and searching for his stolen music.

Critical Reception

Miles Ahead received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising Don Cheadle's passionate performance and directorial debut, as well as the film's unique and unconventional narrative structure. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat disjointed and the depiction of Miles Davis's life to be more fictionalized than biographical.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Don Cheadle's committed portrayal of Miles Davis.

  • Appreciated for its stylish direction and unconventional approach to a biopic.

  • Criticized for a meandering and somewhat unfocused narrative.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's energetic and stylish portrayal of Miles Davis, with many highlighting Don Cheadle's performance. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit scattered but were still engaged by the music and the charismatic lead.

Fun Fact

Don Cheadle spent over ten years developing and trying to get "Miles Ahead" made, facing numerous rejections and financing challenges before finally bringing his passion project to the screen.

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NicAustinQueerQ

NicAustinQueerQ

I really enjoyed this short film! I loved the dynamic between the characters and the performances also. It was beautifully shot and raises a lot of complex relationship issues and polyamory.