Reminiscing in Tempo


1h 30m 2006

Brief Synopsis

When Ruth Ellington, sister of Duke Ellington, continued to give a birthday party for her brother---even after his demise in 1974---Duke's friend and associate, Gary Keys, thought that recording these celebrations would provide an insight into the great jazz composer's life and music. Also included

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2006
Distribution Company
Gary Keys Films

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

When Ruth Ellington, sister of Duke Ellington, continued to give a birthday party for her brother---even after his demise in 1974---Duke's friend and associate, Gary Keys, thought that recording these celebrations would provide an insight into the great jazz composer's life and music. Also included is footage of the orchestra's goodwill trip to Mexico City for the 1968 Olympics and the 20-minute never-before-released "Mexicansuite."

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2006
Distribution Company
Gary Keys Films

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States December 15, 2006

Released in United States Winter December 15, 2006

rtg MPAA NONE

Released in United States December 15, 2006 (New York City)

Released in United States Winter December 15, 2006