Saxophone Colossus
Originally released in 1998. Saxophone Colossus is a music/documentary film. directed by Robert Mugge.
Starring Sonny Rollins, Gary Giddins, and Ira Gitler
Synopsis
Tenor saxophone master Sonny Rollins has long been hailed as one of the most important artists in jazz history, and still, today, he is viewed as the greatest living jazz improviser. In 1986, filmmaker Robert Mugge produced Saxophone Colossus, a feature-length portrait of Rollins, named after one of his most celebrated albums.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1998
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saxophone Colossus about?
Tenor saxophone master Sonny Rollins has long been hailed as one of the most important artists in jazz history, and still, today, he is viewed as the greatest living jazz improviser. In 1986, filmm...
Who directed Saxophone Colossus?
Saxophone Colossus was directed by Robert Mugge.
How long is Saxophone Colossus?
Saxophone Colossus has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was Saxophone Colossus released?
Saxophone Colossus was released on January 1, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Saxophone Colossus?
The main cast of Saxophone Colossus includes Sonny Rollins, Gary Giddins, Ira Gitler.