'Round Midnight 1986
“The music and the magic come together...”
What is 'Round Midnight?
'Round Midnight is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 131 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 23, 1986
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, Winkler Films, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
- Genres
- Drama, Music
- Updated
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Overview
'Round Midnight is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A weary saxophonist and a broke Parisian forge a brief, brilliant musical bond.”
- Atmospheric 1950s Paris jazz setting
- Emotive saxophone performances
- Touching intergenerational friendship
- The narrative stays largely within the club, offering limited plot development.
Watch it if you love atmospheric jazz dramas that explore fleeting artistic connections.
The film is a mellow, music‑driven drama suitable for mature audiences who appreciate jazz culture.
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Frequently asked questions
What year does the story take place?
The story is set in 1959 Paris.
Where does most of the action occur?
Inside the Blue Note nightclub in Paris.
What is the central focus of the film?
The developing friendship between an aging jazz saxophonist and a young Parisian.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a drama and music film.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.