Seven years of production culminated in a film that recounts the life of jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan and the circumstances surrounding his 1972 murder.
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Seven years of production culminated in a film that recounts the life of jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan and the circumstances surrounding his 1972 murder.
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Synopsis
Lee Morgan, a jazz trumpeter known for his vibrant sound, was shot by his common-law wife, Helen Morgan, in a New York City bar in February 1972. I Called Him Morgan recounts Morgan's life and career, detailing his influence on jazz music. Through archival footage and interviews with musicians like Wayne Shorter and Jymie Merritt, the film illustrates the dynamics of Morgan's relationship with Helen and the events leading to his tragic death. Director Kasper Collin spent seven years producing the documentary, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2016.
What Critics Say
The GuardianKasper Collin’s spellbinding documentary reveals the tender and tragic tale of hard bop trumpeter Lee Morgan and his common-law wife Helen.
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Why Watch
- Meet jazz legend Lee Morgan and his tragic story.
- See interviews with jazz greats like Wayne Shorter.
- Find out about the impact of Lee's music on jazz.
Did You Know
- The film took seven years to produce, from 2009 to 2016.
- I Called Him Morgan premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2016.
- It has a Metacritic score of 90 out of 100, with eight reviews rated 100/100.
- The film was one of the 15 best reviewed movies on Netflix for a time.
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Who directed I Called Him Morgan?
I Called Him Morgan was directed by Kasper Collin.
When did I Called Him Morgan premiere in the US?
I Called Him Morgan had its US theatrical premiere on March 24, 2017.
What was the Metacritic score for I Called Him Morgan?
I Called Him Morgan has a Metacritic score of 90 out of 100.
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