Great music! Sadly, I can't say the same thing about the story. For a movie that had free license to imagine the life of Buddy Bolden the writers failed miserably. For example, where he came from, who influenced him, who he influenced, who was his competiton, why he went insane remain a mystery. Instead we are shown scene after scene of women looking rapturously up at Bolden as he plays his horn. There is a reason why he was called the 'King' of jazz but you won't find out why in this movie. However, the actors do a good job despite the poor story and the music is truly outstanding.
As a side note, it is interesting watching Michael Rooker playing another evil character. I wonder has this man ever played a nice guy?
As a side note, it is interesting watching Michael Rooker playing another evil character. I wonder has this man ever played a nice guy?