The Devil's Horn (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2016, The Devil's Horn is a documentary film directed by Larry Weinstein, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. From Adolphe Sax’s workshop to the legendary times of jazz and bebop, conquering the classical music stages, forbidden by Nazis and Communists and banned by the Pope: in its 170-year history the saxophone has always been the most seductive as well as the most feared musical instrument. Award-winning Canadian filmmaker Larry Weinstein illuminates and mythologizes the story of the saxophone, its most legendary players and its allegedly longstanding curse about saxophonists falling prey to the instrument’s dark powers.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Devil's Horn has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil's Horn page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil's Horn (2016)?
- In US, The Devil's Horn is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Devil's Horn worth watching?
- The Devil's Horn holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Devil's Horn released?
- The Devil's Horn was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.