Anders Danielsen Lie is Bill Evans in 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' Trailer

"Sometimes an intermission is part of the music." Modern Films UK has revealed the first official trailer for an indie drama titled Everybody Digs Bill Evans, a musician biopic about jazz maestro Bill Evans. This first premiered at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival earlier this year, with stops at the Dublin and Karlovy Vary Film Festivals as well. Norwegian actor Anders Danielsen Lie stars as American jazz pianist Bill Evans, best known for his iconic "Sunday at the Village Vanguard" live album created in 1961. They also eventually released an album called "Everybody Digs Bill Evans" which is where the title of this film is from. Legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans forms his perfect trio, recording 2 groundbreaking albums. When his brilliant young bassist Scott LaFaro dies tragically, Evans is devastated. The story follows Evans' journey to overcome grief and return to music – cutting between past & present in this dynamic B&W film from director Grant Gee. The cast features Anders as Bill, plus Bill Pullman, Laurie Metcalf, Barry Ward, & Valene Kane. The film really isn't really about jazz, it's about grief and how much it can torture a great artist. Have a look. ? // Continue Reading ›