This musical drama film tells the story of a troubled but talented musician Dale Turner, who is estranged from his family, and is also struggling with alcoholism. Eventually he flees the US hoping to escape his problems, and finds refuge in Paris.
Herbie Hancock is an iconic African-American pianist, bandleader, music composer, and occasional actor. He was part of the band ‘Miles Davis Quintet’ (1963 – 1968) and founded ‘Head Hunters’ (1973 – 2008).
A list of Herbie Hancock’s best albums are ‘Takin’ Off’ (1962), ‘Speak Like a Child’ (1968), ‘Mwandishi’ (1971), ‘Head Hunters’ (1973), ‘Thrust’ (1974), ‘Dis Is da Drum’ (1994), and ‘1+1’ (1997). Some of Herbie Hancock’s 14 ‘Grammy Awards’ wins were for ‘Rockit’ in 1984, ‘Sound-System’ in 1985, ‘A Tribute to Miles’ in 1995, ‘Gershwin's World’ in 1999, ‘My Ship’ in 2003, ‘River: The Joni Letters’ in 2008, and ‘A Change is Gonna Come’ & ‘Imagine’ in 2011.
Herbie Hancock’s best movie score will always remain the ‘Academy Award’ and ‘César Award’ winning ‘Round Midnight’ (1986). He made his acting debut in an episode of ‘Concrete Cowboys’ (1981). A list of Herbie Hancock’s movies are ‘Round Midnight’ (1986), ‘Indecent Proposal’ (1993), ‘Hitters’ (2002), ‘Miles Ahead’ (2015), and ‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’ (2017). He has also appeared in TV series’ like ‘The New Mike Hammer’ (1985) and ‘Girl Meets World’ (2014).
This musical drama film tells the story of a troubled but talented musician Dale Turner, who is estranged from his family, and is also struggling with alcoholism. Eventually he flees the US hoping to escape his problems, and finds refuge in Paris.
In the 28th century, the International Space Station has been relocated into deep space and turned into the sprawling metropolis, Alpha, inhabited by species from thousands of planets. When a dark force threatens the existence of the peaceful city, United Human Federation operatives Major Valerian and Sergeant Laureline are assigned to safeguard the future of the universe.
This biographical musical drama is about the life of well-known jazz musician Miles Davis. The film shows how he had decided to go and live in isolation after dealing with physical and emotional pain. However, after meeting a music reporter, he finds his love for music reviving once again.
High school sweethearts Diana and David Murphy get married and work towards bright future. As their finances suffer during recession, they travel to Las Vegas to try their luck with last $5,000, but lose it. Then, John Gage, a billionaire offers them 1 million dollars for a night with Diana. Though they reluctantly agree to it, will their relationship remain the same?
Herbie Hancock Awards
Round Midnight | Best Music, Original Score | 1987 |
Winner | Best Jazz Instrumental Performance, Individual or Group | 1999 |
Winner | Lifetime Achievement Award | 2016 |
Winner | Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocal(s) | 1999 |
Winner | Best R&B Instrumental Performance | 1984 |
Winner | Best R&B Instrumental Performance | 1985 |
Winner | Best Instrumental Composition | 1988 |
Winner | Best Jazz Instrumental Performance, Individual or Group | 1995 |
Winner | Best Instrumental Composition | 1997 |
Winner | Best Instrumental Composition | 1998 |
Winner | Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals | 2011 |
Winner | Best Jazz Instrumental Solo | 2003 |
Winner | Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Individual or Group | 2003 |
Winner | Best Jazz Instrumental Solo | 2005 |
Winner | Best Contemporary Jazz Album | 2008 |
Winner | Best Improvised Jazz Solo | 2011 |
Winner | Album of the Year | 2008 |
Herbie Hancock: Rockit | Most Experimental Video | 1984 |
Herbie Hancock: Rockit | Best Concept Video | 1984 |