Koln 75
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UK-Germany / 2025 / 116 min
Written and Directed by Ido Fluk
Koln 75 is the true story of the infamous Keith Jarrett concert in Cologne 1975 that nearly didn’t happen and nearly didn’t get recorded, but went on to become the highest grossing jazz album of all time. Starring John Magaro (The Mastermind, Past Lives) and Mala Emde as Vera Brandes, the pioneering concert promoter discovered by Ronnie Scott. From the producers of The Secret Agent.2025 marked the 50th anniversary of the concert and the album.
The recording The Köln Concert is the best-selling solo album in jazz history and the best-selling piano album in history. In 2025 it was added to the Library of Congress.
Nominated for four German Film Academy Awards.
Produced by:
One Two Films (The Secret Agent)Sol Bondy
Fred Burle
Financiers include:
German Films
BFI Global Screen FundUK Release Date: 1st May
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World Premiere - Berlinale - Special Gala
North American Premieres -
Hamptons Film Festival
Vancouver Film Festival - Closing Night Film -
“big-hearted film full of charm” The Film Verdict
“one of the best cinematic tributes ever to those who create the platforms on which artists do their work” All About Jazz
“Jarrett is played with compelling intensity, by John Magaro” Variety
“Ido Fluk gives Keith Jarett’s legendary gig a rebellious rock energy” Screen International
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