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Film · 2003 · Documentary

James Brown: Soul Survivor

★7.7 2003 — Jeremy Marre PG-13

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.

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Audience score

★ 7.7 /10

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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.

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Cast

8 principal cast

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

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When was James Brown: Soul Survivor released?

James Brown: Soul Survivor was released on October 29, 2003.

Who directed James Brown: Soul Survivor?

James Brown: Soul Survivor was directed by Jeremy Marre.

What genre is James Brown: Soul Survivor?

James Brown: Soul Survivor is categorized as Documentary, Music.