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BlackJack

1990 · 111 min Drama Music
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

A saxophone case left open on a hotel bed. A ticket stub for a bus going nowhere. In the smoky clubs of a forgotten city, a gifted but self-destructive trumpeter named Jack makes one last, desperate play for greatness. His only lifeline is a young piano prodigy who sees the genius beneath the ruin. This 1990 music drama charts the volatile partnership between a fading legend and a rising star, set to a blistering original jazz score. It’s a story of mentorship, addiction, and the high price of a perfect note.

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Year 1990
Country Sweden
Genre Drama, Music
Director Colin Nutley
Runtime 111 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.2/10 (25 votes)

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The director builds the smoky world of New York jazz clubs through a muted color palette and lingering, observational shots. The music functions not as background but as a central character, mirroring the protagonist's inner turmoil.

This tale of talent and self-destruction will resonate with viewers who appreciate deliberate, character-driven pacing. One is left with the bitter taste of squandered potential and a fragile hope for redemption. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Colin Nutley

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