Charlie Parker: Bird Songs

Plot Summary

In 1955, on his report, a medical examiner wrote in the box: age, “about 53 years”. Charlie Parker nicknamed Bird just died, at 34. His death will be the ransom of a life that was not denied to the excesses or the consuming flame of genius. His wildest improvisations will open the door to future jazzmen. Between shadow and light this film will pay tribute to one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century.

Top Cast

Pierre Tissot Narrator (voice)

Franck Médioni Self

Charlie Parker Self - Subject (archive footage)

Paul Desmond Self (archive footage)

Jacques Réda Self