Jazzy (film)
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| Directed by | Morrisa Maltz |
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| Cinematography | Andrew Hajek |
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| Music by | Alexis Marsh |
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| Distributed by | Vertical |
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Running time | 86 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Jazzy is a 2024 American drama film directed and produced by Morrisa Maltz, from a screenplay by Maltz, Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux, Vanara Taing and Andrew Hajek. The film serves as a follow up to The Unknown Country by Maltz.[2] It stars Jasmine Bearkiller Shangreaux, Syriah Foohead Means, and Lily Gladstone. Gladstone, Mark Duplass and Jay Duplass serve as executive producers.
It had its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on June 9, 2024, and is scheduled to be released on February 7, 2025, by Vertical.
Premise
[edit]Jazzy navigates the challenges of growing up. When her best friend moves away, she experiences feelings of loss and independence.
Cast
[edit]- Jasmine Bearkiller Shangreaux as Jazzy
- Syriah Foohead Means as Syriah
- Richard Ray Whitman as Grandpa August
- Raymond Lee as Isaac
- Lily Gladstone as Tana
Production
[edit]In February 2024, it was announced Jasmine Bearkiller Shangreaux, Syriah Foohead Means, Richard Ray Whitman, Raymond Lee and Lily Gladstone had joined the cast of the film, with Gladstone, Mark Duplass and Jay Duplass set to serve as executive producers, and Marissa Maltz directing from a screenplay she co-wrote alongside Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux, Vanara Taing and Andrew Hajek.[3]
Production concluded in July 2023, with SAG-AFTRA granting an interim agreement for the film.[4]
Release
[edit]The film had its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on June 9, 2024.[5] In January 2025, Vertical acquired distribution rights, and set it for a February 7, 2025, release.[6]
Reception
[edit]Critical reception
[edit]On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 12 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 8/10.[7] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned the film a score of 81 out of 100, based on 6 critics, indicating "universal acclaim".[8]
Tomris Laffly of Variety praised the film, writing: "Touched by a youthful spirit, this feminine coming-of-age tale reinforces Maltz as a true independent and a soulful storyteller."[9] Kate Erbland of IndieWire gave the film a B+, writing: "This is a filmmaker who knows how to tell story by showing it, and by trusting her audience to come along for the ride. How rare that has become these days."[10]
Accolades
[edit]| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Independent Spirit Awards | February 22, 2025 | Best Editing | Laura Colwell Vanara Taing |
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| John Cassavetes Award | Morrisa Maltz, Lainey Shangreaux, Andrew Hajek, Vanara Taing, Miranda Bailey, Tommy Heitkamp, John Way, Natalie Whalen, and Elliott Whitton | Pending |
References
[edit]- ^ "Jazzy". Tribeca Festival. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Lopez, Kristen (February 14, 2024). "Lily Gladstone Reteams With Director Morissa Maltz in 'Jazzy'". The Wrap. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 14, 2024). "Lily Gladstone Reteaming With 'The Unknown Country's Morrisa Maltz On 'Jazzy,' Will Exec Produce Alongside Duplass Brothers Productions". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Bergeson, Samantha (February 14, 2024). "Lily Gladstone Expands Her Empire with 'The Unknown Country' Sequel and Doc 'Bring Them Home'". IndieWire. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Goldsmith, Jill (April 17, 2024). "Tribeca Festival Unveils 2024 Film Slate With Kristen Stewart, Jenna Ortega World Premieres, Trey Parker & Matt Stone Doc, More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Bergeson, Samantha (January 24, 2025). "'Jazzy' Trailer: Morrisa Maltz Follows 'The Unknown Country' with a Dreamlike Coming of Age Saga". IndieWire. Retrieved January 24, 2025.
- ^ "Jazzy". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved January 24, 2025.
- ^ "Jazzy". Metacritic. Retrieved January 24, 2025.
- ^ Laffly, Tomris (June 12, 2024). "'Jazzy' Review: Morrisa Maltz Fashions a Beautiful Sequel to 'The Unknown Country'". Variety. Retrieved January 24, 2025.
- ^ Erbland, Kate (June 9, 2024). "'Jazzy' Review: Morrisa Maltz's Spiritual Sequel to 'The Unknown Country' Is a Dreamy Journey Through Coming of Age". IndieWire. Retrieved January 24, 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 4, 2024). "Spirit Awards Best Feature Nominees Include 'Anora', 'I Saw The TV Glow', 'Nickel Boys', 'Sing Sing' & 'The Substance'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 24, 2025.