The Miles Davis Story (2001)

7.0/10 • 125 min • Documentary Music TV Movie

Overview

This British documentary shows the complex layers of legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, who was a major innovator in post-bop, cool jazz, hard-bop and fusion. Davis's raw-edged trumpet tones were some of the most evocative sounds ever heard. This profile captues the magnificent and mercurial artist -- one of the most identifiable and misunderstood pop icons of the 20th century -- through rare footage and interviews.

Cast

Shirley Horn

Frances Davis

Self - first wife

Clark Terry

Self

George Avakian

Self

Ron Carter

Betty Davis

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