ELLA FITZGERALD: JUST ONE OF THOSE THINGS

Tracing the story of Ella Fitzgerald’s life, this documentary film explores how her music became a soundtrack for a tumultuous century.  From a 1934 talent contest at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem, the film follows Ella’s extraordinary journey across five decades as she reflects the passions and troubles of the times in her music and life. Moving beyond conventional biopic, the film uses images and music to evoke the feel of those times bringing to life the history of Ella’s unique career.

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Platform Available on: Eagle Rock 

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Critic Quotes:

“Exhilarating and superbly filmed.” – Daily Express

“Illuminating.” – Jazz Journal

“Fascinating and mesmeric.” – BBC Radio 2

Runtime:  90 min

Year: 2019

Rating: UR

Director: Leslie Woodhead

Country: UK / USA

Languages: English

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