Ronnie's

Released Feb 11, 2022

1h 43m

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RONNIE'S chronicles the life of saxophonist Ronnie Scott, from poor, Jewish kid in the East End of London to owner of the legendary night club, Ronnie's. Musical greats spanning decades played at Ronnie's including Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Nina Simone, Van Morrison, Chet Baker, and Jimi Hendrix, who played there the night of his death. Glorious clips bring to life this legendary jazz club and its charming yet tormented owner.

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StephenPaul C

The greatest 01 hour: and 43 minutes ever, with real footage of music and interviews!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/10/23

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Kevin L

I quite enjoyed this intimate work on Ronnie Scott, the owner of one of the most famous jazz clubs in the world where a great many of the legends of the genre, and other musical luminaries, held court for decades. Scott was a talented musicians himself, but morese known for being a massive music fan. But jazz was his number one love. Unfortunately, he was also plagued by manic depression and other psychological issues that come with that condition. Namely, frustrations, doubts, and the pain he had for the suffering of those close to him. The doc includes some amazing performances by the likes of Charlie Parker, Dizzie Gillespie, Nina Simone, Miles Davis, Van Morrison w/ Chet Baker, Sonny Rollina, and Ellz Fitzgerald. 3.4 stars

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Leslie Felperin

Hollywood Reporter

Minor-key, but a haunting melody.

Dec 5, 2020

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Imogen Tilden

Guardian

Ronnie's puts you right there.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 22, 2020

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Q.V. Hough

Vague Visages

“‘Ronnie’s’ takes me back to my early days in Hollywood, before I had Facebook and an iPhone, before I began forcing experiences and friendships rather than just letting them happen. What a feeling to transcend above what brings you down…to feel at home.”

Jan 6, 2023

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Robert Horton

The Scarecrow

A lovely combination of dream and blueprint.

Rated: 3/4

Mar 11, 2022

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Roger Moore

Movie Nation

See this film about the legendary London jazz club. Note exactly where it is. Make your travel plans accordingly.

Rated: 3.5/4

Feb 11, 2022

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

... a treat for jazz aficionados thats both insightful and soulful.

Feb 11, 2022

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Synopsis

RONNIE'S chronicles the life of saxophonist Ronnie Scott, from poor, Jewish kid in the East End of London to owner of the legendary night club, Ronnie's. Musical greats spanning decades played at Ronnie's including Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Nina Simone, Van Morrison, Chet Baker, and Jimi Hendrix, who played there the night of his death. Glorious clips bring to life this legendary jazz club and its charming yet tormented owner.

Director: Oliver Murray
Producer: Steve Clarke, George Hudson, Kirsty Bell, Phil McKenzie
Screenwriter: Oliver Murray
Distributor: Greenwich Entertainment
Production Co: Goldfinch Studios, 37 Productions
Genre: Music, Documentary
Original Language: English (United Kingdom)
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 11, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 11, 2022
Runtime: 1h 43m

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