Movies: Anita O'Day

A two-bit criminal takes on the Mafia to avenge his brother's death. Earl Macklin is a small time criminal who is released from prison after an unsuccessful bank robbery only to discover that a pair of gunmen killed his brother....

This documentary explores the life of jazz singer Anita O'Day. As a child, Anita had a tonsillectomy, during which her uvula was accidentally removed. The surgery prevents her from singing vibrato and holding long notes, but lends to her much-revered...

Set at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival, this documentary mixes images of water and the town with performers and audience. The film progresses from day to night and from improvisational music to Gospel. It's a concert film that suggests peace and leisu...

A dying man frames himself for murder so his widow can collect the reward....

The story of legendary jazz drummer, Gene Krupa. Since his youth, all Gene ever wanted to do is play the drums and make music. This is something his parents would not approve of- they want him to be a priest. When Gene's father dies he promises to en...

Anita O'Day with Gene Krupa and His Orchestra perform "Let Me Off Uptown"....

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Short film featuring band leader Stan Kenton and vocalist Anita O'Day....

Celebrated jazz vocalist Anita O'Day, known for her inventive improvisational style and rhythmic instincts, puts on a swinging performance in this vintage 1963 concert filmed in Tokyo. Songs include "Boogie Blues," "Trav'lin' Light," "Honeysuckle Ros...

A couple enters a haunted house and are terrorized by spirits...

Anita O’Day boasts two wonderful concerts from 1963 and 1970 that present the “jazz singer supreme” in impeccable form. O’Day’s horn-based approach to singing is in full effect throughout both shows including stand-out renditions in each show of audi...