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STORY: Even at 85, Tony Bennett says he is always trying to get better and a new documentary about his life called "The Zen of Bennett" profiles his eternal quest for perfection.
The intimate movie was filmed during the recording of the icon's album Duets II, which features some of the most respected voices of this era including Lady Gaga, the late Amy Winehouse, and Willie Nelson. Produced by his son Danny, who also doubles as his manager, the flick gives fans a glimpse behind the soothing voice that has entertained masses for the last six decades.
At the New York premiere of the documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival, Bennett was excited to see what his son, Danny, has produced.
"We're very proud of it and it's absolutely a portrait of who he is today and for future generations," Danny said about the finished product.
The jazz singer is almost as well known for his voice as he is his painting and was photographed in Australia last week painting the Sydney Opera House. Bennett said he paints every day and spent much of his recent time organizing all his works from his Australia trip.
Appearances from veteran actor Harry Belafonte rounded out the celebrity attendees, as well as a speedy appearance by Robert De Niro, the co-founder of the film festival.
The Tribeca Film Festival will end of April 28th.
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