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, Richard Ray Whitman, Raymond Lee and Lily Gladstone. Gladstone, Mark Duplass and Jay Duplass serve as executive producers.
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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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Running time | 86 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
It had its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on June 9, 2024.
Premise
editJazzy 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
editIn 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
editThe film had its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on June 9, 2024.[5]
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.