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Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery

Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery

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Discover the story of a legendary jazz guitarist and composer from Indiana. Wes Montgomery was born in Indianapolis on March 6, 1923, and rose from humble beginnings to become one of the greatest jazz guitarists of all time. This first full-length documentary of Wes Montgomery is told through the eyes of his youngest child, Robert Montgomery.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

57 mins

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Release Date

26 February 2023

Country

United States of America

Cast

Wes Montgomery

Wes Montgomery

Himself (archive footage)

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