AA (2006)

Release Date: 2006-12-12
Runtime: 7h 23min
Production Company: Eurospace
Production Country: Japan
Director: Shinji Aoyama

"AA" is a documentary about Akira Aida (mostly known as Aquirax Aida), a japanese music critic who introduced free jazz, improvisation, and progressive rock to Japan. It's based on interviews with 12 critics and musicians who had connections with him. This is a documentary that considers the past, present and future of improvisation.