Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar

Jan 1, 1995

1h 34m

★ 0.0

Overview

This riveting music documentary traces the history of Jazz piano legend Oscar Peterson, from his early days as Montreal's teenage Boogie-Woogie sensation through his meteoric rise to international celebrity with Norman Granz and the ground-breaking Jazz at the Philharmonic and beyond. In this award-winning autobiographical portrait, legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson narrates his story, from his beginnings in smoke-filled Montreal clubs to hallmark performances with jazz greats. Concert footage includes an unforgettable combo -- Nat King Cole with Jazz at the Philharmonic and the Oscar Peterson Trio Wall reunion. Quincy Jones, Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie are interviewed, among others. - Ray Brown, Herb Ellis, Ella Fitzgerald

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

ONF | NFB

CBC

Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar Trailers

No Trailers found.

Cast

Narrator

Oscar Peterson

Self

Oscar Peterson

Self

Ray Brown

Self

Herb Ellis

Self

Ella Fitzgerald

Self

Dizzy Gillespie

Self

Norman Granz

Self

Jeff Hamilton

Self

Herbie Hancock

Self

Quincy Jones

Self

Dudley Moore

Self

Ed Thigpen

In 1998 Marco Pantani, the most flamboyant and popular cyclist of his era, won both the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia, a titanic feat of physical and mental endurance that no rider has repeated since. He was a hero to millions, the saviour of cycling following the doping scandals which threatened to destroy the sport. However, less than six years later, aged just 34, he died alone, in a cheap hotel room, from acute cocaine poisoning. He had been an addict for five years. This is the story of the tragic battles fought by the most important Italian cyclist of his generation; man verses mountain, athlete verses addiction, Marco Pantani verses himself.

7.3

Gimme Shelter

Dec 13, 1970

A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.

7.2

Romy Schneider & Alain Delon: An Enduring Passion

Aug 7, 2022

Austrian actress Romy Schneider (1938) and French actor Alain Delon (1935), once fervent lovers in the early sixties, maintained a close friendship and a certain working relationship after their breakup until her death in 1984: a universal and eternal love.

7.5

Thomas Hart Benton

Oct 31, 1989

Thomas Hart Benton's paintings were energetic and uncompromising. Today his works are in museums, but Benton hung them in saloons for ordinary people to appreciate.

No Image Available

0.0

Variations of a Theme by Gustav Mahler

Dec 19, 1982

Documentary short about the title composer, born in what was called "Czechoslovakia" when the film was made.

4.0

The Daughter of the Pope: Lucrezia Borgia

Nov 9, 2024

The incredible story of Lucrezia Borgia (1480-1519), daughter of Pope Alexander VI (1431-1503), deliberately used politically by her powerful family and historically slandered as a poisoner and incestuous femme fatale. But who was the real Lucrezia?

7.9

Miss Americana

Jan 31, 2020

A raw and emotionally revealing look at one of the most iconic artists of our time during a transformational period in her life as she learns to embrace her role not only as a songwriter and performer, but as a woman harnessing the full power of her voice.

7.1

Dick Johnson Is Dead

Jan 23, 2020

With this inventive portrait, director Kirsten Johnson seeks a way to keep her 86-year-old father alive forever. Utilizing moviemaking magic and her family’s dark humor, she celebrates Dr. Dick Johnson’s last years by staging fantasies of death and beyond. Together, dad and daughter confront the great inevitability awaiting us all.

6.2

Milan Kundera: From the Joke to Insignificance

Oct 21, 2021

The brilliant Czech writer Milan Kundera has not given an interview in thirty years; nor does he appear in public. How did he become a legendary author? What is so unique about his books?

5.8

Katy Perry: Getting Intimate

Oct 25, 2014

Just in time for her latest album and tour, delve deep into the pop phenomenon that is Katy Perry. From her cherry chap-stick beginnings, transformation after her marriage and now to her newest release, this diva is just hitting her stride as her fourth album just dropped.

8.0

Forever, Chinatown

Apr 2, 2016

Forever, Chinatown is a story of unknown, self-taught 81-year-old artist Frank Wong who has spent the past four decades recreating his fading memories by building romantic, extraordinarily detailed miniature models of the San Francisco Chinatown rooms of his youth.

6.9

Heroin(e)

Sep 3, 2017

This documentary follows three women — a fire chief, a judge, and a street missionary — as they battle West Virginia's devastating opioid epidemic.

7.3

Never Be Boring: Billy Wilder

Oct 28, 2017

A funny walk through the life story of Billy Wilder (1906-2002), a cinematic genius; a portrait of a filmmaker who never was a boring man, a superb mind who had ten commandments, of which the first nine were: “Thou shalt not bore.”

0.0

William Holden: The Golden Boy

Dec 13, 1989

It was said of him that in more than 70 films, he never once gave a bad performance.

6.1

Classic Albums: Metallica - Metallica

Nov 6, 2001

The story of the making of this remarkable album is told here via exclusive interviews with band members James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Jason Newsted, archive footage and performance, and contributions from producer Bob Rock. We revisit the original multi-tracks of the album, as well as listen to previously unheard demo recordings. Featuring the five singles from the album, Enter Sandman, Sad But True, "The Unforgiven", "Wherever I May Roam" and "Nothing Else Matters", this is the compelling story of one of the biggest selling albums of all time, a true Classic Album.

6.7

Breakfast with Hunter

Jun 21, 2003

Breakfast with Hunter is a feature length documentary starring the infamous outlaw journalist Dr. Hunter S. Thompson. Edited by director Wayne Ewing from cinema verite film and digital video that he shot over many years on the road with Dr. Thompson, Breakfast with Hunter follows several story lines in the trials (literally) and triumphs of this cultural icon who created his own genre of writing - Gonzo journalism.

4.5

Lionel Messi - The Greatest

Mar 3, 2020

Winner of a record breaking, 6 Ballon d'Or's, Lionel Messi has proved time and time again that he is the greatest player of all time. He is the most award winning player, the highest scorer in La Liga, and at the age of 32, he is still performing at a world class standard week in, week out at Barcelona. Follow the journey of the Argentine prodigy and witness how he became the greatest player in the world.

8.5

The Joy of ABBA

Dec 12, 2013

Combining European musical influences, perfect production and lyrics of love and loss, ABBA made us fall in love with the sound of Swedish melancholy. This documentary explores the music of ABBA and chronicles how they conquered both Sweden and Britain in the face of constant criticism.

8.0

How Bruce Lee Changed the World

May 17, 2009

More than just a biography, this film explores Bruce Lee's global impact to see how he has influenced all areas of popular culture including fitness, cinema, music, sport, dance, video games and philosophy. A journey across the United States, Asia and Europe, takes Shannon Lee on a trip back to her father's roots in Hong Kong and China. With unique access to the family's photographic archive, home movies and all material owned by the Bruce Lee Foundation.

7.7

I Have Never Forgotten You: The Life & Legacy of Simon Wiesenthal

May 28, 2007

"I Have Never Forgotten You" is a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of Simon Wiesenthal, the famed Nazi hunter and humanitarian. Narrated by Academy Award winning actress Nicole Kidman, it features interviews with longtime Wiesenthal associates, government leaders from around the world, friends and family members--many of whom have never discussed the legendary Nazi hunter and humanitarian on camera. Previously unseen archival film and photos also highlight the film. What was the driving force behind his work? What kept him going when for years the odds were against his efforts? What is his legacy today, more than 60 years after the end of World War Two?

Cast

Narrator

Oscar Peterson

Self

Oscar Peterson

Self

Ray Brown

Self

Herb Ellis

Self

Ella Fitzgerald

Self

Dizzy Gillespie

Self

Norman Granz

Self

Jeff Hamilton

Self

Herbie Hancock

Self

Quincy Jones

Self

Dudley Moore

Self

Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar

Overview

Genres

Production Companies

Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar Trailers

Cast

Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson

Ray Brown

Herb Ellis

Ella Fitzgerald

Dizzy Gillespie

Norman Granz

Jeff Hamilton

Herbie Hancock

Quincy Jones

Dudley Moore

Ed Thigpen

You may also like

Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist

Gimme Shelter

Romy Schneider & Alain Delon: An Enduring Passion

Thomas Hart Benton

Variations of a Theme by Gustav Mahler

The Daughter of the Pope: Lucrezia Borgia

Miss Americana

Dick Johnson Is Dead

Milan Kundera: From the Joke to Insignificance

Katy Perry: Getting Intimate

Forever, Chinatown

Heroin(e)

Never Be Boring: Billy Wilder

William Holden: The Golden Boy

Classic Albums: Metallica - Metallica

Breakfast with Hunter

Lionel Messi - The Greatest

The Joy of ABBA

How Bruce Lee Changed the World

I Have Never Forgotten You: The Life & Legacy of Simon Wiesenthal

Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar Trailers

You may also like

Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist

Gimme Shelter

Romy Schneider & Alain Delon: An Enduring Passion

Thomas Hart Benton

Variations of a Theme by Gustav Mahler

The Daughter of the Pope: Lucrezia Borgia

Miss Americana

Dick Johnson Is Dead

Milan Kundera: From the Joke to Insignificance

Katy Perry: Getting Intimate

Forever, Chinatown

Heroin(e)

Never Be Boring: Billy Wilder

William Holden: The Golden Boy

Classic Albums: Metallica - Metallica

Breakfast with Hunter

Lionel Messi - The Greatest

The Joy of ABBA

How Bruce Lee Changed the World

I Have Never Forgotten You: The Life & Legacy of Simon Wiesenthal

Cast

Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson

Ray Brown

Herb Ellis

Ella Fitzgerald

Dizzy Gillespie

Norman Granz

Jeff Hamilton

Herbie Hancock

Quincy Jones

Dudley Moore

Ed Thigpen