In 1959 Paris, an aging American jazz musician named Dale Turner finds himself at the end of his career when young French graphic artist Francis Borier becomes obsessed with Dale's music. What follows is a tender exploration of artistic passion, cultural exchange, and the redemptive power of friendship set against the backdrop of the City of Light's vibrant jazz scene.

Bertrand Tavernier's masterpiece captures the twilight of the bebop era through the eyes of two men from different worlds united by their love of music. Dexter Gordon delivers a career-defining performance as Dale Turner, a character inspired by the lives of jazz legends Bud Powell and Lester Young.

The film's authentic portrayal of the expatriate jazz community in Paris, combined with Herbie Hancock's Academy Award-winning score, creates an immersive experience that celebrates the beauty, loyalty, and humanity of artistic dedication.