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The Miles Davis Story

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This British documentary shows the complex layers of legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, who was a major innovator in post-bop, cool jazz, hard-bop and fusion. Davis's raw-edged trumpet tones were some of the most evocative sounds ever heard. This profile captues the magnificent and mercurial artist -- one of the most identifiable and misunderstood pop icons of the 20th century -- through rare footage and interviews.

Date: 04/14/2001

Rating: 6.0

Cast: Jimmy Cobb, Shirley Horn, Frances Davis, Clark Terry, Ian Carr, Vince Wilburn Jr., Irene Cawthon, Cheryl Davis, Jean-Pierre LeLoir, Bob Weinstock, George Avakian, Pierre Michelot, Emilhenco, Jeanne de Mirbeck, Ron Carter, Betty Davis

Jimmy Cobb

Shirley Horn