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This documentary tells the story of Artie Shaw, legendary jazz clarinetist, with interviews of the 75-year-old about his life. Born in 1910 in New York City, Shaw leaves home to tour as a musician at the age of 16 and slowly rises to national prominence, becoming as famous for his eight marriages as for his musical skill, which earns him comparisons to Benny Goodman. Shaw discusses his musical and cinematic career, his retirement in 1954 and his many interests, from writing to fishing.

1985 · 1h 55m
Director Brigitte Berman

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Artie Shaw: Time Is All You've Got

Documentary

This documentary tells the story of Artie Shaw, legendary jazz clarinetist, with interviews of the 75-year-old about his life. Born in 1910 in New York City, Shaw leaves home to tour as a musician at the age of 16 and slowly rises to national prominence, becoming as famous for his eight marriages as for his musical skill, which earns him comparisons to Benny Goodman. Shaw discusses his musical and cinematic career, his retirement in 1954 and his many interests, from writing to fishing.

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Studio
Film Movement
Released
1985
Run Time
1 hr 55 min
Rated
Unrated
Regions of Origin
Canada, United States
© 2025 Film Movement

Languages

Original Audio
English
Audio

English (AAC)

Subtitles

English (United States) (CC)

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Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.