Miles Davis - The Definitive Miles Davis At Montreux - Evening July 8 TH 1984
2011

Representation Score
Minimal
1989
NOT RATEDDirector
Stanley Dorfman
Runtime
56 minutes
Average Rating
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This concert film primarily documents a specific musical performance from a particular era and genre. Its main goal is to preserve the performance rather than explore diverse human experiences. The production lacks the narrative structure needed to engage with multi-layered themes or identity politics. Since the medium focuses on capturing the technical aspects of a musical set, it does not aim to challenge social hierarchies. Overall, the film operates within traditional artistic performance norms, reflecting the era-specific standards of the jazz industry without intentional progressive representation.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses on documenting a musical performance and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories that address issues related to heterosexuality or cisgender norms.
The film features a mostly male group of musicians. While it doesn't promote harmful hierarchies, it follows traditional jazz industry norms where women have limited roles in driving the story.
The film showcases a largely homogeneous group of musicians, typical of late 1980s mainstream jazz. It does not feature a non-white majority cast or intentional multi-layered casting.
The film highlights musical virtuosity but does not engage with systemic critiques or the deconstruction of Western institutions. It emphasizes individual talent over challenging religious or capitalist structures.
There is no evidence of individuals with visible or invisible disabilities being included. Disability is not used as a narrative device within this performance.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
This performance of Chuck Mangione was recorded live at Palais Festivals Halls Cannes in 1989 with musicians Gordon Johnson, Mark Manetta, Joe Bonadio, Rob Mathes and Billy Martin. Includes the tracks, Chase The Clouds Away, Feels So Good and more.
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