DVD
Jazz on a summer's day
Edition
Digitally re-mastered collector's ed.
Performers
Louis Armstrong, Anita O'Day, Thelonious Monk, Chuck Berry, Mahalia Jackson, Dinah Washington.
Publication Information
New York, NY : New Yorker Video, [2000]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (84 min.) : sd., col. with b&w sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Audience
Not rated.
Summary
In 1958, celebrated photographer Bert Stern was inspired by a friend to "take some pictures" of the Newport Jazz Festival. Following a turn of events, Stern decided to produce a full-fledged motion picture. It would become his only film.
Notes
Title from disc surface.
Originally produced as a motion picture in 1959.
Special feature: "A summer's day with Bert Stern" (30 min.) ; web links ; multifunctional chapter access to live performances, reflections of the stars, 1958 America's Cup, and complete festival playlist ; interactive short starring Bert Stern with bonus scene selections.