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Saxophone Colossus

1986·Movie
1h 41min
IMDb6.9

Where to watch

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Saxophone Colossus fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Absurdist Humor2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

A real life story and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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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, filmmaker Robert Mugge produced Saxophone Colossus, a feature-length portrait of Rollins, named after one of his most celebrated albums.
Jazz DocumentarySonny RollinsMusical PortraitJazz ImprovisationBiographicalContemporary RealismMusic-CentricEducational

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Mugge
Composed by:
Sonny Rollins

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Saxophone Colossus

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Where can I stream Saxophone Colossus legally?

PhiloThe RokuHooplaFandorNight Flight+PlexEternal FamilyCineverse

Saxophone Colossus is included with a subscription to Philo, Fandor, Night Flight+, and Eternal Family in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Saxophone Colossus worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Saxophone Colossus?

1 h 41 min

Saxophone Colossus runs 1 h 41 min.

Is Saxophone Colossus based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Saxophone Colossus in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Saxophone Colossus?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Saxophone Colossus in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.