
Summer of Soul (…or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
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This documentary, directed by Questlove, delves into the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, a vibrant celebration of African American music and culture that took place over six weeks. Featuring performances by legendary artists such as Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and Sly and the Family Stone, the film captures a pivotal moment in history that was largely overshadowed by other events of the time. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, highlighting its critical acclaim and cultural significance. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 58min
Views:1566
Release:2021
Release Date:2021-07-02
Genre:Best Documentary 2021, Documentary, History, Music, Oscar 2022
Director:Questlove
Actors:Abbey Lincoln, B.B. King, Chris Rock, David Ruffin, Jesse Jackson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mahalia Jackson, Mavis Staples, Moms Mabley, Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, Tony Lawrence
Country:United States of America
Awards:Won 1 Oscar, 74 wins & 45 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$3,696,069
TMDB:7.6
Rotten Tomatoes:99%
FilmAffinity:7.6
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