Let's Get Lost

The film chronicles the last year in the turbulent life of a renowned jazz musician whose charismatic presence and smooth trumpet playing captured hearts around the world. Through a lens that shifts between color and monochrome, the narrative unfolds with interviews, performances, and archival footage. The musician's musical prowess is set against the decline into personal chaos, driven by battles with substance addiction. Those closest to him — ex-wives, children, and fellow musicians — offer their perspectives, painting a multifaceted picture of the man and his allure. Intercut with these are candid moments captured on tour, sparking a journey that is as much introspective as it is physical.

The film delves deeply into themes of fame, creativity, and self-destruction. It contrasts the artist’s early days, filled with promise and talent, with his later struggles, underscored by waning success and health. As the musician embarks on one of his final tours, the camera offers intimate glimpses of his interactions and introspections, shedding light on his internal struggles and the relationships that shaped him. Although charming and enigmatic, he remains a man haunted by regret and loss. The narrative is a haunting tribute to a legend whose passion for music is as profound as his inability to escape his demons. Through thoughtful storytelling and visual aesthetics, it captures the essence of an artist whose life was marked by both extraordinary brilliance and profound tragedy.