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Jaco (2015)

Movie ★ 7.5 111 min

Documentary Music

The story of Jaco Pastorius, a self-taught, larger-than-life musician who single-handedly changed the course of modern music by redefining the sound and the role of the electric bass guitar. Never-before-seen 8mm film, photographs, and audio recordings unveil the true story behind the legend of Jaco’s life, his music, and his heartbreaking end.

Robert Trujillo Writer Paul Marchand Director Stephen Kijak Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 17, 2015
Runtime
111 min
IMDb
tt2385115
Language

Cast

Bootsy Collins Bootsy Collins Self Flea Flea Self Joni Mitchell Joni Mitchell Self Wayne Shorter Wayne Shorter Self Sting Sting Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jaco about?
The story of Jaco Pastorius, a self-taught, larger-than-life musician who single-handedly changed the course of modern music by redefining the sound and the role of the electric bass guitar. Never-before-seen 8mm film, photographs, and audio recordings unveil the true story behind the legend of Jaco’s life, his music, and his heartbreaking end.
Who directed Jaco?
Jaco was directed by Paul Marchand, Stephen Kijak.
Who stars in Jaco?
Jaco stars Bootsy Collins, Flea, Joni Mitchell, Wayne Shorter.
When was Jaco released?
Jaco is a 2015 documentary, music film.
Where can I watch Jaco?
You can watch Jaco with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.