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Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer
2007·Movie
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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy0
World
A real life story, show business, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumA real life story, show business, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around a real life story, show business, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
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- Biographical10Lives of notable figures.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
She survived it all to become one of the world's great jazz singers
This documentary explores the life of jazz singer Anita O'Day. As a child, Anita had a tonsillectomy, during which her uvula was accidentally removed. The surgery prevents her from singing vibrato and holding long notes, but lends to her much-revered percussive style. Anita overcomes her vocal hurdle, as well as many others -- including poverty, heroin addiction and jail time for a drug arrest -- to become one of the most prolific and respected jazz vocalists of the 20th century.
Initial release: 30 April 2007
Jazz Legend BiographyTriumph Over AdversityAddiction & ResilienceMusical LegacyDocumentary Portrait20th Century HistoryPerseverance StoryRaw & HonestVocal IconHuman Struggle
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Is Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer rated?
Drug use
Content advisories: drug use.
How long is Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer?
1 h 30 min
Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer runs 1 h 30 min.
Is Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer?
Critics88
Audiences78
Not quite. Critics rate Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer higher (88) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Anita O'Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer in?
English
It was made in English.
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