Maffy's Jazz
Released 4 years ago in 2022. Maffy's Jazz is a documentary film. directed by Deniz Yüksel Abalıoğlu. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Maffy Falay, now a 90 year-old Turkish jazz musician, has left his homeland for Sweden at an early age, following his passion for music. In the 60’s Maffy became a popular trumpet player in Europe. He was coveted by such jazz legends as Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk and he shared the stage with Quincy Jones, Kenny Clarke, Francy Boland. Being among the few remaining members of a bygone generation, Maffy now leads a solitary life in his one-room apartment in the suburbs of Stockholm. "Maffy's Jazz" traces Maffy's relationship to music accompanying him candidly in different time frames, witnessing his alienation as he seeks to redefine his existence during a time when his generation, culture and music slowly fade away.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
0h 56m
56 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maffy's Jazz about?
Maffy Falay, now a 90 year-old Turkish jazz musician, has left his homeland for Sweden at an early age, following his passion for music. In the 60’s Maffy became a popular trumpet player in Europ...
Who directed Maffy's Jazz?
Maffy's Jazz was directed by Deniz Yüksel Abalıoğlu.
How long is Maffy's Jazz?
Maffy's Jazz has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Maffy's Jazz released?
Maffy's Jazz was released on May 31, 2022 in theaters.