Critics' Pick! "The most memorable performances are carried by a mysterious lilt that makes them the next best thing to dancing on air." - Stephen Holden, The New York Times
"It swings! For anyone who appreciates early jazz and swing, Vince Giordano’s lifelong passion is welcome on dual fronts: the history he’s preserving, and the new energy he’s breathing into a century-old lineage through masterful, joyous performance." - Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter
"Illuminating. Packed with sizzling performances." - Josh Getlin, Los Angeles Times
"Rousing! Showcases both the recreations -- persuasive revivals of tunes and arrangements and solos from the 1920s and '30 -- and the great present-tense effort it takes to pull them off." - Alan Scherstuhl, The Village Voice
"One of the best music docs ever." - David Noh, Film Journal
"If music is God's gift to man, then Vince Giordano is one of the angels who delivers it. A terrific film about dedication, perseverance and staying true to one's art. (And that music!)" - Terence Winter Creator, Boardwalk Empire
"'There's a Future in the Past' is a beautifully crafted testament to the art of Vince Giordano. His commitment to the music he loves is unparalleled, his work ethic tireless, and his integrity unshakable. He is a master musician who has made an immense contribution. He is irreplaceable." - Bill Charlap Grammy-winning Jazz Pianist
"The beautiful musical life of Vince Giordano is an inspirational story, brimming with dazzling performances by his band of virtuoso players and filled with atmosphere, drama and joy. His story is a metaphor for all of us who simply must follow our muse, consequences be damned, because there is no other choice. We are the lucky recipients of his magnificent obsession. It’s a remarkable film." - Michael Feinstein Singer, Pianist, Historian
"This documentary is a loving and worthy tribute to a man many hear but rarely see in action, and to give such a cinematic tribute to the man feels not only earned but achieved." - Will Ashton, The Post
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