Now he faces even longer odds to come back. The film stars Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo. Duke Ellington Medley … (1963) From the Bottom (1964) Born to Be Blue! Leonard Farlinger. Born to be Blue Showtimes . Production is shelved when Chet's past comes back to haunt him and it appears he may never play music again but Jane challenges him to mount a musical comeback against all the odds. Topics Chet Baker, Etan Hawke, Born to be Blue, 2015. Bottom line: "Born to be Blue" is worth checking out, be it on Amazon Instant Video or on DVD/Blu-ray. Miss Jo (05:22)02. (2015). 'cause i was born to be blue When i met you the world was bright and sunny when you left the courtain fell i'd like to laugh but nothing strikes me funny now my world's a faded pastel I guess i'm luckier than some folks i've known the thrill of loving you but that alone is more than i was created for 'cause i was born to be blue When i met you Born to be Blue starring Ethan Hawke is a re-imagining of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker's life in the 60's. Born to Be Blue is an album by jazz musician Freddie Hubbard recorded in December 1981 and released on the Pablo Today label in 1982. Submit Corrections. Dass in „Born To Be Blue“ viel Leidenschaft und Arbeit stecken, ist unverkennbar. Born to be alone 'til the day I die? All other titles recorded on March 1, 1962 and previously unreleased. Nach einem kometenhaften Aufstieg in den 1950er Jahren, gefeiert als der "James Dean of Jazz" und "King of Cool", war Baker schon zehn Jahre später am Ende. As it turns out, we then understand that this entire sequence was reenacted back in "Los Angeles, 1966" with Baker, now on the com-back trail, starring in his own movie. A rookie pitcher undergoes psychotherapy to overcome the yips. I found both movies are quite well done, each in their own way. Reviewed in Italy on January 20, 2014. I send a request. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Born to Be Blue - Bobby Timmons, Bobby Timmons Trio on AllMusic - 1963 - Throughout his career, Bobby Timmons was typecast… It was shown in the Special Presentations section of the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. A re-imagining of jazz legend Chet Baker's musical comeback in the late '60s. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Deep Focus: Born to Be Blue By Michael Sragow on March 24, 2016 With his chiseled, matinee-idol looks, his improvisatory lifestyle, and the provocative boyishness of his personal appeal, West Coast jazz trumpeter Chet Baker (1929-1988), in his Eisenhower-era heyday, was as potent a symbol of 1950s rebellion as James Dean. An exploration of the mysteries surrounding the death of jazz legend Chet Baker who was found dead below an Amsterdam hotel window in 1988. Miss Jo (05:22)02. That said, the movie would not have succeeded if it weren't for the outstanding performance by Ethan Hawke as Chet Baker, I mean, Hawke nails it. Creatively blending fact with fiction and driven by Hawke’s virtuoso performance, Born to Be Blue unfolds at a key moment in the 1960s, just as Baker attempts to stage a hard-fought comeback, spurred in part by a passionate romance with a new flame (Carmen Ejogo). [15], The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on 13 September 2015. Variety's reviewer, Andrew Barker, noted that the film is "about a character who happens to share a name and a significant number of biographical similarities with Chet Baker, taking the West Legendary Coast jazz musician's life as though it were merely a chord chart from which to launch … View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2017 CD release of "Born To Be Blue: The Music Of His Life " on Discogs. A review of the life and work of Miles Davis as told by those who knew and worked with him. Born to Be Blue! Thank you Ronnie Scott's, Robert Budreau and the rest of the #BornToBeBlue cast and crew! [10] That same month, it was announced that Carmen Ejogo and Callum Keith Rennie had also joined the cast of the film. There are long stretches in the film where music seems to be an afterthought. Song. Born To Be Blue (05:37)07. Born to be Blue starring Ethan Hawke is a re-imagining of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker's life in the 60's. Thank you Ronnie Scott's, Robert Budreau and the rest of the #BornToBeBlue cast and crew! is an album by American jazz pianist Bobby Timmons recorded in 1963 and released on the Riverside label. A comparison between this movie and last year's "Miles Ahead" (about jazz legend Miles Davis) is inevitable. When Chet stars in a film about himself, a romance heats up with his costar, the enigmatic Jane (Carmen Ejogo). Dear Elsa (07:32)05. Born just to cry? 19 … "Born To Be Blue" (2015 release; 97 min.) All the right notes were hit at that fantastic screening and Q&A. The film stars Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo. Two tracks feature Hawke's vocals. 1,000+ song search results for Born To Be Blue . Alas, misfortune strikes again, as Baker is viciously assaulted, to such a degree that he cannot play the trumpet anymore. Dear Elsa (07:32)05. It holds an 88% "Certified Fresh" rating on review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, based on 100 reviews, with an average rating of 7/10 and critical consensus being: "Born to Be Blue benefits from a highlight-reel performance from Ethan Hawke and an impressionistic, non-hagiographic approach to Chet Baker's life and times". Born to be kissed? [7] The film is about American jazz musician Chet Baker, portrayed by Hawke. [17] The film had a limited Canadian release on 11 March 2016,[13][15] and a limited release in the United States two weeks later. Director Robert Budreau From Wings to Parasite, here's a look back at all of the Best Picture Oscar winners in the history of the ceremony. (The name REF Trio comes from the first letter of each member’s name). A weathered detective teams up with a young female archaeologist to unravel the mysterious death of a 'bog body' found in a native swamp rumored to have curative powers. Still, in its narrower focus, Born to Be Blue goes deeper and feels more intimate. The troubled life and career of jazz musician Charlie "Bird" Parker (Forest Whitaker). In October 2014, it was announced that Ethan Hawke had joined the cast portraying the role of Chet Baker, with Robert Budreau directing from a screenplay he wrote. When Chet stars in a film about himself, a romance heats up with his costar, the enigmatic Jane (Carmen Ejogo). At this point we are 15 min. REF TRIOBorn To Be Blue"The whole thing of being in music is not to control it but to be swept away by it"...- Bobby HutchersonRob van Kreeveld - pianoEdwin Corzilius - double bassFrits Landesbergen - vibraphone01. So here Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius. [22], Warner Music Canada released a collection of 14 tracks, with 12 arranged or composed by David Braid and 1 track each by Charles Mingus and Odetta. One that stands out for me is when Baker and Jane visit Baker's parents in Oklahoma. [8] Variety's reviewer, Andrew Barker, noted that the film is "about a character who happens to share a name and a significant number of biographical similarities with Chet Baker, taking the legendary West Coast jazz musician's life as though it were merely a chord chart from which to launch an improvised set of new melodies". Grant Green used his core quartet of pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Sam Jones and drummer Louis Hayes on the session but with the addition of Ike Quebec on tenor … When then go to "Birdland, New York City, 1954" when Baker is at the peak of his fame and fortune, only to be exposed to heroin by a femme fatale. Documentary on the life of jazz trumpeter and drug addict Chet Baker. An exploration of the global power and impact of the music of John Coltrane where the passions, experiences and forces that shaped his life and revolutionary sounds are revealed. A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Sphere Monk. Based on the absurd but true 1973 bank heist and hostage crisis in Stockholm that was documented in the New Yorker as the origins of the 'Stockholm Syndrome'. "Born To Be Blue" (2015 release; 97 min.) An exploration of the life and music of Miles Davis. [1][16] Shortly after, IFC Films acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film. Born to be Blue starring Ethan Hawke is a re-imagining of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker's life in the 60's. See it in UK cinemas … I look up the domain and find it on sale. Born to Be Blue is a 2015 internationally co-produced drama film directed, produced and written by Robert Budreau. A F9 A F9 Maybe I'm wrong, maybe I'm right A F9 E9 A Maybe I just don't know C9 Will I ever fall in love and never have to worry A F9 A That I'm fallin' all alone F9 E9 A Maybe it's true, I was just born to be blue F9 E9 A Maybe it's true, I was just born to be blue A They say everybody's got a someone, a sweet somebody to love A It might be fate or destiny, maybe written in the stars above D But I can't … View production, box office, & company info. No need that the technician had to do it. At one point, the less than friendly (and outright racist) Baker's dad sneers "I never dragged the Baker name through the mud", to which a stunned Baker has no reply, and simply walks away (and leaves for good), wow. B3 recorded on December 23, 1961 and previously issued on Blue Note BST 84098. 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Was I born to be blue? When then go to "Birdland, New York City, 1954" when Baker is at the peak of his fame and fortune, only to be exposed to heroin by a femme fatale. There are a number of key scenes in the movie. Born just to cry? With Ethan Hawke, Carmen Ejogo, Callum Keith Rennie, Tony Nappo. Born To Be Blue is the latest release from Sound Liaison. [21] On Metacritic, the film holds a rating of 64 out of 100, based on 32 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews". Directed by Robert Budreau. Born to Be Blue! is a movie about jazz legend Chet Baker. Production is shelved when Chet's past comes back to haunt him and it appears he may never play music again but Jane challenges him to mount a musical comeback against all the odds. Verified Purchase. And clover being green is something I've never seen 'Cause I was born to be blue. Kudos also to Carmen Ejogo as Baker's love interest Jane (who is African-American). Born to Be Blue is a 2015 internationally co-produced drama film directed, produced and written by Robert Budreau. Mallory Andrews reviews the new Chet Baker biopic starring Ethan Hawke, "Born to Be Blue." The film stars Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Read more. into the movie but to tell you more would spoil your viewing experience, you'll just have to see for yourself how it all plays out.Couple of comments: the movie does not tell us that this is a "true story" or "inspired by true events", and for good reason, as this is NOT a bio-pic in any way, shape or form about Chet Baker. ‘Born To Be Blue,’ one of the classiest torch songs of the immediate post-war era, was created on 4 June 1946. Lyrics to Born to Be Blue by Nancy Wilson from the custom_album_6139597 album - including song video, artist biography, translations and more! Born To Be Blue. When there's a yellow moon above me, They say there's moonbeams I should view But moonbeams being gold are something I can't behold 'Cause I was born to be blue. Emily (05:44)04. Born to Be Blue See it in UK cinemas now: www.borntobeblue.film A re-imagining of jazz legend Chet Baker's musical comeback in the late '60s. Fascinating series of interviews with friends, family, associates and lovers, interspersed with film from Baker's ... See full summary ». The Girl Next Door (04:30)08. The film is described as "semi-factual, semi-fictional". Born to Be Blue (2015) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. No need that the technician had to do it. Born to find the one to show me what I missed? When Chet stars in a film about himself, a romance heats up with his costar, the enigmatic Jane (Carmen Ejogo). Born to be Blue comes to my mind. Dass in „Born To Be Blue“ viel Leidenschaft und Arbeit stecken, ist unverkennbar. Maggie wants to have a baby, raising him on her own, but when she gets romantically involved with John, a married man, things get complicated and all the balance of Maggie's plans may collapse. Es ist ein eindringlicher, sehenswerter Liebes- und Musikfilm anderer Art daraus entstanden, eine „Bebilderung eines Musikalbums“, dazu ein Porträt über einen hin- und hergerissenen, sich aufreibenden Menschen, der mit einer bitteren, tragischen, faszinierend selbstzerstörerischen Komponente endet. Ethan Hawke (Boyhood) lights up the screen as jazz legend Chet Baker, whose tumultuous life is thrillingly reimagined with wit, verve and style to burn.“NYT Critics’ Pick! Use the HTML below. The Girl Next Door (04:30)08. Born to be Blue comes to my mind. Born To Be Blue (05:37)07. I was born, born to be blue I'm the fool who sees tomorrow But all that time has just been borrowed She's the only reason that I keep believin' I was born, born to be blue For everybody, there's someone just for them And like anybody you lose one every now and then For everybody, there's someone just for them Watch the video for Born to Be Blue from The Judds's Love Can Build a Bridge for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Born to find the one to show me what I missed? ‘Born To Be Blue’: Shades Of Genius In Grant Green’s Overlooked Classic After being shelved for over 30 years, Grant Green’s ‘Born To Be Blue’ … I have purchased items from the Music Matters series, and judging by this Grant Green album (my first Tone Poet album) the Tone Poet series is oh so nearly as good as the Music Matters series, especially on quality of the jacket! View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2019 Vinyl release of "Born To Be Blue" on Discogs. C Dm If Someone Were To Read My History G7 C They Would Know Why It's No Mystery C C7 F She's Not Ordinary; It's Her Love I Carry G7 C I Was Born, Born To Be Blue C Dm I'm The Fool Who Sees Tomorrow G7 C But All That Time Has Just Been Borrowed C C7 F She's The Only Reason That I Keep Believin' G7 C I Was Born, Born To Be Blue Bridge: E7 Am For Everybody, There's Someone Just For Them E7 Am G7 … [10] Filming took place in Sudbury, Ontario, in fall 2014. So glad I finally picked this up as a DVD. It was shown in the Special Presentations section of the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. Written by I send a request. As the film opens, we are in "Lucca, Italy, 1966" and baker is in prison, only to be bailed out by a Hollywood director. If search will return too many results, try to use advanced search function As it turns out, we then understand that this entire sequence was … When I met you the world was bright and sunny When you left the curtain fell I'd like to laugh but nothing strikes me funny Now my world's a faded pastel Well, I … Born to Be Blue benefits from a highlight-reel performance from Ethan Hawke and an impressionistic, non-hagiographic approach to Chet Baker's life and times. " Born to Be Blue " is a 1946 traditional pop torch song written by Mel Tormé and Robert … Sno' Peas (06:05)06. ‘Born to Be Blue’ jumps between this era and the late ’60s – a lifetime later for Baker, now ravaged by drugs and attempting to make a comeback. "Born To Be Blue" premiered to great acclaim at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival, but despite that only got a very limited theater release in the US (it never made it to my local art-house theater here in Cincinnati). 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Was I born to be blue? 4.0 out of 5 stars born to be blue grant green. … Two days later, when I was back at my desk doing the regular boring stuff I found the e-mail from the domain broker about my inquiry on Born to be Blue and an offer to buy it outlining the methods for a fair value of … Born to Be Blue is a 2015 internationally co-produced drama film directed, produced and written by Robert Budreau. Meanwhile, he must answer to a probation officer, and ensure he is employed, while sticking to his regimen of methadone treatment. When Chet stars in a film about himself, a romance heats up with his costar, the enigmatic Jane (Carmen Ejogo). This FAQ is empty. I look up the domain and find it on sale. A story of two ... See full summary ». If there is one criticism of the movie, I felt that the music was not given a full enough role. "Born to be Blue" stars Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo in this film written and produced by Robert Budreau. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. As the film opens, we are in "Lucca, Italy, 1966" and baker is in prison, only to be bailed out by a Hollywood director. Title: All the right notes were hit at that fantastic screening and Q&A. Es ist ein eindringlicher, sehenswerter Liebes- und Musikfilm anderer Art daraus entstanden, eine „Bebilderung eines Musikalbums“, dazu ein Porträt über einen hin- und hergerissenen, sich aufreibenden Menschen, der mit einer bitteren, tragischen, faszinierend selbstzerstörerischen Komponente endet. Born To Be Blue (Expanded Edition), an album by Grant Green on Spotify We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Born to be kissed? If someone were to read my history They would know why it's no mystery She's not ordinary; It's her love I carry I was born, born to be blue I'm the fool who sees tomorrow But all that time has just been borrowed She's the only reason that I keep believin' I was born, born to be blue For everybody, there's someone just for them And like anybody you lose one every now and then (x2) I have found that I'm still fallin' Maybe … [2] Set largely in 1966, Baker (portrayed by Ethan Hawke) is hired to play himself in a movie about his earlier years when he first tried heroin. “I want my life back,” Baker says at one point, referring to his jones for smack. Instead, the movie brings a fictionalized composite of certain elements and episodes of Baker's life. As Baker recovers from his injury, his embouchure is ruined and he is unable to play trumpet any better than a novice. Given Baker's fierce love for music, music should never be an afterthought when looking at Baker's life. Get a sneak peek of the new version of this page. Born to be Blue starring Ethan Hawke is a re-imagining of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker's life in the 60's. Sno' Peas (06:05)06. This is the story of Chet Baker, the famous jazz trumpeter who in the mid 20th Century captivated jazz audiences and fellow musicians until his consumption with heroin destroyed him. Check out our editors' picks for the movies and shows we're excited about this month, like Mortal Kombat, "Them," and Stowaway. I will tell you later more how it worked out. The film is described as "semi-factual, semi-fictional". Creatively blending fact with fiction and driven by Hawke’s virtuoso performance, Born to Be Blue unfolds with all the stylistic brio and improvisatory genius of great jazz. Born to Be Blue subtitles. REF TRIOBorn To Be Blue"The whole thing of being in music is not to control it but to be swept away by it"...- Bobby HutchersonRob van Kreeveld - pianoEdwin Corzilius - double bassFrits Landesbergen - vibraphone01. Tell me, Mama Was I born to be loved? "Born to Be Blue" by Wes Montgomery A Child Is Born (06:16)03. Topics Chet Baker, Etan Hawke, Born to be Blue, 2015. Reception. A Child Is Born (06:16)03. Critics Consensus: Born to Be Blue benefits from a highlight-reel performance from Ethan Hawke and an impressionistic, non-hagiographic approach to Chet Baker's life and times. Born to Be Blue is an album by American jazz guitarist Grant Green featuring performances recorded in 1962 and released in 1985 on the Blue Note label. B0030486-01 … The film is described as "semi-factual, semi-fictional". (Original Title - Born to Be Blue) - 2015 BTB Blue … is an album by American jazz pianist Bobby Timmons recorded in 1963 and released on the Riverside label. [13] Hawke had taken trumpet lessons from Ben Promane,[14] and requested video of Turcotte recording, in order to mime the playing during the shoot. Actors Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo attend the New York screening of "Born To Be Blue" at the Blue Note Jazz Club on March 24, 2016 in New York City. BORN TO BE BLUE erzählt von einem Wendepunkt im Leben des legendären Jazz-Trompeters Chet Baker (Ethan Hawke). [11], The jazz score to the film was created by composer and pianist David Braid[12] The audio for trumpet performances in the film was done by Kevin Turcotte. OH BOY we got a fun one right here, to preface these are some fun, JAzzy chords so I've tabbed them here, split into sections so you'll have an easier time learning them than I did. [18][19][20], Born to Be Blue received positive reviews from film critics, with Hawke's performance receiving praise. Add the first question. If you liked "Miles Ahead", you are bound to also like "Born To Be Blue", and vice versa. Emily (05:44)04. He romances actress Jane Azuka (a fictional character, a composite of several of Baker's women in real life, portrayed here by Carmen Ejogo) but on their first date, Baker is attacked by thugs and his front teeth smashed. Two childhood friends from South Boston turn to crime as a way to get by, ultimately causing a strain in their personal lives and their friendship. It highlights the sound of the vibraphone in DSD and features the REF Trio – Rob van Kreeveld (piano), Edwin Corzilius (double bass), and Frits Landesbergen (vibraphone). Born to be alone 'til the day I die? The Mavericks - Born To Be Blue (Letras y canción para escuchar) - If someone were to read my history / They would know why it's no mystery / She's not ordinary; it's her love I carry / I was born, born to be blue … Born to Be Blue has such a blue and dull aura that it proceeds to present itself in a more slow and elaborate way that's not necessary. A part of Not Sand And Sound, to be published in early 2018 …. The film is about American jazz musician Chet Baker, portrayed by Hawke. C Dm If Someone Were To Read My History G7 C They Would Know Why It's No Mystery C C7 F She's Not Ordinary; It's Her Love I Carry G7 C I Was Born, Born To Be Blue C Dm I'm The Fool Who Sees Tomorrow G7 C But All That Time Has Just Been Borrowed C C7 F She's The Only Reason That I Keep Believin' G7 C I Was Born, Born To Be Blue Bridge: E7 Am For Everybody, There's Someone Just For Them E7 Am G7 … I was just born to be blue Maybe it's true I was just born to be blue They say everybody's got a someone A sweet somebody to love It might be fate or destiny May be written in the stars above But I can't help but wonder After all that I've been through Maybe my baby's nowhere to be found And I was just born to be blue Was I born to be unhappy? 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