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A Short Film about Jazz

Synopsis

In South East London four young women reflect upon the reasons they love jazz. Their musings give insight into a life of jazz inspired journeys. The short paints an intimate portrait of the young women. Ty the music producer said the girls inspired him about music.

Details

Year
2009
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
3 mins
Format
DV
Director
Corine Dhondee
Producer
Corine Dhondee
Editor
Corine Dhondee
Director of Photography
Corine Dhondee
Sound
Nathan Gokhool

Genre

Music Woman Director Children’s Dance

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Sales Company

Corine Dhondee

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