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James Brown: Soul Survivor
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JAMES BROWN: SOUL SURVIVOR

20037.7 TMDb

Directed by Jeremy Marre

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James Brown's legacy has influenced rap, soul, funk and R&B. But along with his huge talent, there's a dark side to Brown's success that includes stints in prison and unceasing tabloid speculation. This in-depth documentary takes a look at the meteoric highs and deep lows of Brown's career, offering some fascinating insights from the Godfather of Soul himself, as well as interview footage with Chuck D, Little Richard, Wyclef Jean and many others.

Cast

James Brown

James Brown

Self

Bobby Byrd

Bobby Byrd

Lyn Collins

Lyn Collins

Fred Wesley

Fred Wesley

Marva Whitney

Marva Whitney

Little Richard

Little Richard

Chuck D

Chuck D

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

Movie Vibe

Suspense5
Emotion5.4
Complexity6.2
Humor5.8
Realism8.2
Action5
Darkness5

Who would enjoy this

Recommended for

  • people who enjoy learning through film
  • viewers who appreciate critically recognized cinema

May not appeal to

  • those seeking nonstop action
  • those looking for narrative fiction

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