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Which is a master tape of Miles latest work done in his studio/townhouse.
This film isn't based on any real historical events that occurred but invents them to show the character and story of Miles from his clean-cut years until his drug years through the seventies. Cheadle masters the flashback and editing so that the film volleys back and forth like a lively tennis match. We move seamlessly all around his life as an artist and failed husband.
Much will be said of Cheadle's performance as the somewhat tortured artist that he was. McGregor was miscast, I think, as the "journalist" out for Miles comeback story. Emayatzy Corinealdi, playing Frances his wife, gave a memorable performance as the dancer who loved him and gave up everything.
This film does have a "flow". It does not sit still and ruminate in the least. If Miles had had such a day or two as these he might qualify for the British Secret Service.
Worth a see, particularly if you are a Miles or Cheadle fan.
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Very interesting film and subject matter on this one. I keep drawing a direct parallel to a more current event of PRINCE. Big fan of both musicians!
I dont care for such misleading names of movies. Somebody might mistake it for a car race movie. Why dont they name it properly like Miles Davis Way Ahead or something instead of hinting on the Miles name. The producers have some inferiority complex it looks like.
Bill
but they may have used that title since it's been associated with MD for 58 years,
"Once this was all Black Plasma and Imagination" -Michael McClure
Instant watch for me.
Did you see the new film about Chet Baker as well?
I have enjoyed some of Cheadle's work in the past...and am a M.Davis fan. So this was a must see.
As I was leavng the multi-plex my dominant thought was that there could be more films like this about Miles Davis. So much attitude. So much talent. So much fame. And some real danger. Say the 'further adventures of Miles, Frances and Dave. Or.... that story could just go on.
-Steve
I'm looking forward to this one.
Cheadle is a fantastic talent and for him to tackle this difficult subject
(in more ways than one) from so many angles should really elevate him
to a new level within the "industry"
.
"Once this was all Black Plasma and Imagination" -Michael McClure
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