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James Brown: Soul Survivor

M20037.7/10DocumentaryMusic

About James Brown: Soul Survivor

Synopsis

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.

At a glance

Release year

2003

Rating

7.7/10

Type

Movie

Provider

Neon · Yoru · Cypher · Sage · Breach · Vyse

Genres

DocumentaryMusic

Actors

James Brown profile photo

James Brown

Self

Bobby Byrd profile photo

Bobby Byrd

Lyn Collins profile photo

Lyn Collins

Fred Wesley profile photo

Fred Wesley

M

Marva Whitney

Little Richard profile photo

Little Richard

Chuck D profile photo

Chuck D

Dan Aykroyd profile photo

Dan Aykroyd

Al Sharpton profile photo

Al Sharpton

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