About this movie
This feature-length documentary chronicles the life and playful methods of Dutch pianist and composer Misha Mengelberg, a significant figure in post-WWII European Jazz and free improvisation. Archival footage, rehearsal / performance sequences and interviews with both Mengelberg (the "godfather of Dutch improvised music") and key collaborators provide a clear insight in Mengelberg's original way of thinking and way of working.
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fluxus
jazz singer or musician
netherlands
biography
music history
free jazz
dutch
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Questions about AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg)
How long is AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg)?
AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg) has a runtime of 1h 17m (1 hour and 17 minutes).
Who directed AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg)?
AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg) was directed by Jellie Dekker and released in 2006.
What genre is AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg)?
AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg) is a Documentary, Music film (2006).
Who stars in AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg)?
The cast of AFIJN (Misha Mengelberg) includes Misha Mengelberg, Han Bennink, Wim T. Schippers, Willem Breuker, Dave Douglas.
