Keith Jarrett's Legendary Concert
Ido Fluk's drama tells the true story behind the best-selling solo album in jazz history, and the teenager who made it happen. The film stars Mala Emde and John Magaro, and reframes the story of the legendary jazz recording through the young woman who organised the concert.
Dir: Ido Fluk
Cast: Mala Emde, John Magaro, Michael Chernus, Jördis Triebel, Alexander Scheer, Ulrich Tukur, Susanne Wolff, Patrick Joswig
116 mins · 2025 · Belgium, Germany, Poland, United States of America · Cert 15 · English, German
IMDb 7.1/10 · Metacritic 61/100 · TMDB 7.2/10 · Trakt 71%
Awards: 4 wins & 5 nominations total
Ido Fluk, known for his energetic direction, brings to life the true story of Vera Brandes, the teenage promoter who organised Keith Jarrett's legendary Koln Concert. What kind of film is Koln 75? Koln 75 is a drama, history, and music film, with a runtime of 116 minutes, certified 15, and featuring a mix of English and German languages.
What is the film about? The film tells the story of Vera Brandes, who, at the age of 18, is determined to stage a concert featuring Keith Jarrett in Cologne, Germany, 1975, and must frantically improvise to salvage the situation when the musician arrives exhausted and insulted by the piano provided.
How was the film received? The film has received positive scores, with a 7.1/10 rating on IMDb, 61/100 on Metacritic, 7.2/10 on TMDB, and 71% on Trakt, and has won 4 awards and received 5 nominations, including a selection in the Berlinale Special Gala section at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. On Sunday, 20 December 2026, the Electric Palace Hastings in Hastings will screen Koln 75, and tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
freakwave · 8/10
Very well played by Mala Emde & John Magaro - can highly recommend it!
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