Köln 75

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Raf M @menutsy May 6 The filmmakers were obviously unable to secure the rights to the music from the concert that the film is about. The entire film revolves around the preparations for this one concert in Cologne in 1975, which went on to become the best-selling jazz solo album of all time... The film builds up beautifully, sensitively, and suspensefully to its climax, where Keith Jarrett gives this very concert in Cologne despite all odds, and at the big moment when it finally begins, a soul song from that era plays completely out of context. Every viewer waits spellbound for the first notes and the emotions of the actors—the grim parents, friends, and the audience. Instead, we see faces reacting to unfamiliar music that has absolutely nothing to do with Jarrett. What a showstopper, total disaster for a film that could have been so beautiful. ...what on earth were they thinking, making a film about a music concert without being allowed to play the music. See more sebastian andres O @Yoamoalcine Apr 24 A charming film that may not be perfect, but which, like a touch of jazz, with that small improvisation of ideas manages to flow into a satisfying delight for the viewer, accompanied by two superb performances by Emde and Magaro. A film that is definitely worth watching. It immerses you in a fantastic journey full of energy, determination, struggle, and motivation. An ode to jazz that will always be a delight to our ears. See more T S @RT21597173 Mar 26 Wonderful movie, always moving, never boring, and an incredible story, especially if you are even vaguely familiar with some of the real-life characters such as Keith Jarrett and Manfred Eicher. The movie primarily follows Vera Brandes' experience, so expect her to be in almost every scene. Mala Emde is brilliant as Vera, and easily pulls off playing a girl significantly younger than the actress herself. Extremely engaging and endearing, with various interesting characters along the way, including very much Vera's family (mother, father and brother). Highly recommended! See more David B @David898 Feb 22 We loved it! The film is humorous, but tells essentially - or at least spiritually - the true story behind one of the greatest concert miracles of all time. See more Dick K @RT64175192 Dec 3 The unique story of the special concert in Cologne can be easily imagined without film. Director Fluk has taken refuge in mere clichés while the placement in the time spirit of the hunting seventy has been conveniently developed. My biggest objection is the protagonist suffering from favouritism. All this could have been much more nuanced, as other celebrated filmmakers prove. Warning: Here and there attempts at humour! See more Radek V @RT95678952 Nov 27 ⭐️ Rating: 10/10 📍 Cinema, VIFF 2025 | As a closing film for the Vancouver Film Festival, Köln 75 couldn’t have been a better choice. The movie vibrates with determination and rhythm that mirrors jazz improvisation itself. Mala Emde as Vera Brandes explodes with energy — she runs, negotiates, risks everything, and makes you believe every emotion along the way. The film works both as a tribute to those who dare to go against the system and as a vibrant, visually intoxicating story full of hope and pulse. From what seemed like a quiet festival closer emerged one of the liveliest, most inspiring, and most uplifting films of the year. See more Read all reviews

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