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James Brown: Soul Survivor
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James Brown: Soul Survivor

Oct 29, 2003
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★ 7.5

Overview

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.

Genres

Documentary
Music

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Cast

James Brown

Self

James Brown

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

Al Sharpton

Al Sharpton

Afrika Bambaataa

Afrika Bambaataa

Wyclef Jean

Wyclef Jean

Clarke Peters

Clarke Peters