Chet Baker's performances in Santa Monica, along with interviews from family and musicians, reveal his musical legacy and battles with addiction.
Synopsis
Chet Baker's performances in Santa Monica, along with interviews from family and musicians, reveal his musical legacy and battles with addiction.
Synopsis
Chet Baker performs on the beaches of Santa Monica, reflecting his rise to fame in the 1950s. The documentary features interviews with his children, ex-wife, and musicians like Flea. They discuss Baker's musical collaborations with jazz legends such as Charlie Parker and Gerry Mulligan. Footage spans from his early successes to the struggles of addiction that led to his relocation to Europe in the 1980s. The film ends at the Cannes Film Festival, four months after Baker’s death.
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Why Watch
- Meet Chet Baker's friends and family sharing personal stories.
- See rare footage of Baker performing on The Steve Allen Show.
- Find out about Baker's transition from jazz idol to drug addict.
Did You Know
- Chet Baker died four months before the film's release in 1988.
- Bruce Weber first met Baker in 1986 at a club in New York City.
- Filming for Let's Get Lost began in January 1987.
- The film features interviews with Baker's ex-wives and children.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Let's Get Lost?
Let's Get Lost was directed by Bruce Weber.
When was Chet Baker's documentary released?
Let's Get Lost was released in 1988.
What was the original release format of Let's Get Lost in Japan?
Let's Get Lost was released on VHS and Laserdisc in Japan on November 21, 1993.
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