Director: Bertrand Tavernier
Duration: 131 minutes
Language: English and French
Subtitles: Chinese and partially English
Rating: Group B (Not suitable for audiences aged under 13)
Jazzist Dexter Gordon plays Dale Turner, a brilliant, self-destructive, African-American musician who moves to Paris in the 1950s to find an audience more appreciative and accepting of his art and race. There, a young woman bonds with the talented musician, but even her affection may not be enough to save the sax player from alcoholism, drug addiction and depression. This deeply human drama probes the price great artists must pay for their talent.
Composed by Herbie Hancock, Round Midnight’s soundtrack was awarded at the Oscars and underscores Hancock’s profound influence on the film’s emotional depth and musical authenticity. Through evocative storytelling and a rich sonic landscape, the motion picture pays homage to the complex, often turbulent world of jazz.
Ticketing Information for the “Music on the Big Screen: Cinematheque．Passion”
Tickets: MOP 60
Discounts:
- Members of the Cinematheque．Passion enjoy 20% discount on film tickets (up to four per purchase);
- Full-time students and senior citizens aged 65 or above enjoy 50% discount (Proof of identity to be shown upon admission);
- Each purchase of 10 or more tickets enjoys 20% discount.
Ticketing:
Cinematheque．Passion
Ticket Office Opening Hours:10:00-23:30(closed on Mondays)
Enquiries: (853) 2852 2585
Website:www.cinematheque-passion.mo
Music on the Big Screen: Cinematheque．Passion Round Midnight