Oscar Peterson: Black + White

Oscar Peterson: Black and White is a presentation of Peterson’s music in both its present and historical contexts, this stylish film examines the aura of his personality and his experiences touring and working with the brightest stars of the era, from Ella Fitzgerald to Count Basie and Louis Armstrong to Nat King Cole. Through archive footage, interviews, performances and more, the film also explores the racism that plagued Oscar’s life despite his fame and success, and the racial implications of his public image and rise to stardom. This is the story of a true musical legend; an uncompromising musician with a sense of racial pride who throughout his career showed a commitment to mentoring a new generation of artists.