The Miles Davis Story

Name: The Miles Davis Story
Cast: Jimmy Cobb, Shirley Horn, Frances Davis, Clark Terry, Ian Carr

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This British documentary shows the complex layers of legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, who was a major innovator in post-bop, cool jazz, hard-bop and fusion. Davis's raw-edged trumpet tones were some of the most evocative sounds ever heard. This profile captues the magnificent and mercurial artist -- one of the most identifiable and misunderstood pop icons of the 20th century -- through rare footage and interviews.

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Cast & Crew

Director: Mike Dibb

Jimmy Cobb

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Shirley Horn

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Frances Davis

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Clark Terry

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Ian Carr

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Vince Wilburn Jr.

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Irene Cawthon

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Cheryl Davis

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