Sweet and Lowdown (1999)

Name: Sweet and Lowdown
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music
Released: 1999
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Sean Penn, Samantha Morton, Anthony LaPaglia, Uma Thurman, James Urbaniak

1h 35m United States of America

Comedy Drama Music

Plot

Set in the 1930s, "Sweet and Lowdown" follows the journey of jazz guitarist Emmet Ray, who deeply admires the legendary Django Reinhardt. As he navigates the vibrant yet perilous world of jazz, Emmet encounters gangsters and their threats. Amidst the chaos, he also forms a profound connection with a mute woman, exploring themes of love and artistry. Emmet's pursuit of musical greatness and personal fulfillment leads him through a tumultuous life filled with passion and challenges, ultimately shaping his identity as an artist.

Cast

Sean Penn Samantha Morton Anthony LaPaglia Uma Thurman James Urbaniak John Waters Gretchen Mol Denis O'Hare Molly Price Brian Markinson Tony Darrow Daniel Okrent Brad Garrett Kaili Vernoff Woody Allen