The film by Jørgen Leth and Andreas Koefoed explores the essence of music and the creative process, with Danish jazz musician and composer Jakob Bro at its center—joined by some of the most influential jazz musicians of our time, including Bill Frisell, Lee Konitz, Palle Mikkelborg, and Midori Takada. But is it even possible to put the essence of music into words?

The film reflects on being present in the moment, on playing and improvising, and on carrying forward the legacy of generations of jazz pioneers. The filmmakers have followed Jakob Bro over 14 years, witnessing his musical encounters with artists across generations and national borders. Through Bro’s compositions, the film’s characters explore the space of music, offering poetic, life-affirming, and often humorous responses to at least some of the questions it raises.