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Commemorating the centennial of Mercer's birth, this documentary is part biography, part archive, and part recontextualization, taking Mercer's tunes and putting them in the hands of modern singers like Jamie Cullum and Dr. John to show they are still relevant today. Host Clint Eastwood also interviews artists who collaborated with Mercer or performed his songs, including composer John Williams, Blake Edwards, Andre Previn, Tony Bennett, and Julie Andrews.

While his lyrics once defined the American songbook, this centennial tribute proves his melodies still breathe through the voices of modern jazz icons. Clint Eastwood guides us through a vibrant archive of rare footage and fresh re-imaginings that keep these classic standards vital.