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Maxine Gordon introduces the film "Round Midnight” (1986), starring her late husband, jazz saxophonist Dexter Gordon, who received an Oscar nomination for his performance. Gordon plays Dale Turner, a tenor saxophone player who leaves the U.S. for Paris in the 1950s. Directed by Bertrand Tavernier (runtime: 131 min., Rated R). Maxine Gordon will sign copies of her book, “Sophisticated Giant: The Life and Legacy of Dexter Gordon.”

Event Details

• Date: October 25, 2018
• Time: 6:00pm
• Venue: Harry Ransom Center
• Website: http://bit.ly/HRC-RoundMidnight

Ticket Information

• Cost: Free
• Phone: 512-471-8944

Presenter Details

• Name: Harry Ransom Center

Venue Details