Wild Man Blues

Wild Man Blues presents an intimate look at Woody Allen's profound passion for New Orleans jazz and his dedication to performing with his New Orleans Jazz Band. The documentary, directed by Barbara Kopple in 1998, centers around Allen's 1996 tour of Europe, showcasing the actor-director's impressive clarinet skills that he has honed for over two decades. The film serves as both a musical journey and a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Allen's private life, particularly his relationship with Soon-Yi Previn which was making its first major public appearance at the time. As Allen and his band navigate through European cities like Paris and Berlin, viewers are treated to not only their performances of timeless jazz classics but also glimpses of Allen's quintessential humor and charisma both on and off the stage.