Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon

Mar 5 2008 N/A 1h 30m
Biography, Documentary, Music

Trumpeter and vocalist Jack Sheldon, best known to younger viewers for Schoolhouse Rock, tries to "get good." Recovering from many years of substance abuse and overcoming personal tragedy, he continues on his musical journey.

Plot

Legendary jazz trumpeter, Jack Sheldon, is just 'trying to get good' - not only on his horn, but in his life as well. Wrestling with his demons of drugs, alcohol and unspeakable personal tragedy, Jack's musical journey through the decades reveals one artist's 'divine dissatisfaction' in the pursuit of excellence.

Written by

Doug McIntyre, Penny Peyser

Directed by

Doug McIntyre, Penny Peyser

Cast

Jack Sheldon, Joe Bagg, Chet Baker

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

February Films, Bialystock & Bloom

Awards

4 wins

Scores
# of Votes
45
Average Rating
8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA