Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon(2008)
Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon Synopsis
Trumpeter and vocalist Jack Sheldon, best known to younger viewers for Schoolhouse Rock, tries to "get good." Recovering from many years of substance abuse and overcoming personal tragedy, he continues on his musical journey.
Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon (2008) is a documentary and music film directed by Doug McIntyre, released on March 5, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Jack Sheldon, Jesse Sheldon, Merv Griffin and Chris Botti. Viewers rate it 4.5 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Doug McIntyre
- Writers:
- Doug McIntyre, Penny Peyser
- Cinematographer:
- John Axelson
- Production:
- Bialystock & Bloom, February Films
- Status:
- Released
Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jack Sheldon
as Himself
- Jesse Sheldon
Jesse Sheldon
as Herself
Merv Griffin
as Himself
Chris Botti
as Himself
- James A. Baker
James A. Baker
as Self
- William Claxton
William Claxton
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Doug McIntyre, written by Doug McIntyre and Penny Peyser.
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Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.5/10 from 1 ratings.
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The main cast of Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon (2008) includes Jack Sheldon, Jesse Sheldon, Merv Griffin, Chris Botti and James A. Baker. The film was directed by Doug McIntyre. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon released?
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Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon was released on March 5, 2008 and runs for 1h 30m.
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Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon (2008) holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.