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Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021)

"A Questlove Jawn."

7.620211h 57mEN
MusicDocumentaryHistory

Directed by Questlove

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

July 2, 2021

Director

Questlove

Official Trailer

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Overview

During the same summer as Woodstock, over 300,000 people attended the Harlem Cultural Festival, celebrating African American music and culture, and promoting Black pride and unity. The footage from the festival sat in a basement, unseen for over 50 years, keeping this incredible event in America's h...

Cast

Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder

Self

Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lin-Manuel Miranda

Self - Artist

Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Self - Artist

Tony Lawrence

Tony Lawrence

Self - Harlem Cultural Festival Producer & Host (archive footage)

Nina Simone

Nina Simone

Self (archive footage)

B.B. King

B.B. King

Self (archive footage)

Abbey Lincoln

Abbey Lincoln

Self (archive footage)

Mavis Staples

Mavis Staples

Self - Singer (archive footage) (voice)

Mahalia Jackson

Mahalia Jackson

Self (archive footage)

David Ruffin

David Ruffin

Self

Sly Stone

Sly Stone

Self - Performer (archive footage)

Hugh Masekela

Hugh Masekela

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the same summer as Woodstock, over 300,000 people attended the Harlem Cultural Festival, celebrating African American music and culture, and promoting Black pride and unity. The footage from the festival sat in a basement, unseen for over 50 years, keeping this incredible event in America's history lost — until now.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised). The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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