One of the first films shot in the “found footage” style, it takes us into an apartment full of drugs and jazz musicians.

''Set to the propulsive music of jazz greats Freddie Redd and Jackie McLean (who appear in the film), THE CONNECTION is one of the most vital and fascinating of all American independent films. Created by a woman director (in 1961) working outside the Hollywood tradition, the film fearlessly shattered stereotypes and even questioned the filmmaking process itself.''

Part of Jazz on Film, A Roving Picture Show thematic film series.