let's get lost

D and I are big Chet Baker fans. We discovered that we shared a fascination with this amazing musician when one day, D started humming But Not For Me and I chimed in. Since then, we've been spending lazy days glued to our laptops with Chet playing in the background.

A month ago, D and I watched Let's Get Lost, a documentary by Bruce Weber that gave us a look into the life and career of the infamous jazz trumpeter.

It was brilliant. In fact, many have claimed it as a masterpiece. The film was beautifully shot in black and white. Friends, family, ex-wives and children shared insightful anecdotes about the man, giving you a clear depiction of Chet Baker the musician, Chet Baker the idol, Chet Baker the heroin addict. I love how Weber was able to capture how Baker evolved from early days in his career in the 1950s to his decline in the 1980s.

If you love Chet Baker as much as we do, then this is a must-see for you.



[Photo from Wikipedia]