CinemaOSMovie · 2003

James Brown: Soul Survivor

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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.

Directed byJeremy Marre

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Status
Released
Language
EN
Released
October 29, 2003

Featuring

Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring
James Brown

James Brown

Self

Bobby Byrd

Bobby Byrd

Lyn Collins

Lyn Collins

Fred Wesley

Fred Wesley

Marva Whitney

Little Richard

Little Richard

Chuck D

Chuck D

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

Al Sharpton

Al Sharpton

Afrika Bambaataa

Afrika Bambaataa

Creative team
Directed by
Jeremy Marre
Jeremy Marre
Produced by
Jeremy Marre
Jeremy Marre

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