Documentary, Music
This film traces the road of the Blues and takes us on a journey to mythical places: From the banks of the Niger to New Orleans, going up the Mississippi through Memphis to the skyscrapers of Chicago. It tells the story of this culture which faced the worst barriers and shows that Humanity can overcome barbarity.
MOVIE COMMENTS
SIMILAR MOVIES
The Rhythm and the Blues
Hidden Universe
Dief!
One Ticket Please
Psycho Path
Appalachian Journey
Nas: Time Is Illmatic
Bobby Cassidy: Counterpuncher
To Hear Your Banjo Play
Showgirls: Glitz & Angst
Scouts Honor: Inside a Marching Brotherhood
Jade: Why I Chose Porn
What Difference Does It Make?
If I Had Four Dromedaries
Legends of the Knight
Earth, Wind & Fire
James Brown Soul Brother No. 1
Ben Harper au Festival de Jazz à Vienne 2019
Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues
Route 66 - ein amerikanischer albTraum
SIMILAR MOVIES
The Rhythm and the Blues
IMDB 0 | Feb , 2024
Blues legend Eddie Taylor struggles against financial hardship and music industry exploitation to make a name for himself and provide a better life for his family.Hidden Universe
IMDB 6.8 | Jun , 2013
An extraordinary journey deep into space offering fresh insight into the origins and evolution of the universe.Dief!
IMDB 0 | Jan , 1981
This documentary short is a portrait of Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party and 13th prime minister of Canada, John George Diefenbaker (1895-1979). Diefenbaker's political career spanned 6 decades. When he died in 1979, his state funeral and final train trip west became more a celebration of life than a victory for death.One Ticket Please
IMDB 7.3 | Mar , 2017
A documentary about a 78-year-old Indian woman in New York who is the world's most passionate theatergoer. Nicki Cochrane has been seeing a play every day for more than 25 years, acquiring free tickets using a variety of ingenious means.Psycho Path
IMDB 6.7 | Feb , 2000
Documentary on the making of Gus Van Sant's "Psycho."Appalachian Journey
IMDB 8.3 | Jul , 1991
Appalachian Journey is one of five films made from footage that Alan Lomax shot between 1978 and 1985 for the PBS American Patchwork series (1991). It offers songs, dances, stories, and religious rituals of the Southern Appalachians. Preachers, singers, fiddlers, banjo pickers, moonshiners, cloggers, and square dancers recount the good times and the hard times of rural life there. Performers include Tommy Jarrell, Janette Carter, Ray and Stanley Hicks, Frank Proffitt Jr., Sheila Kay Adams, Nimrod Workman and Phyllis Boyens, Raymond Fairchild, and others, with a bonus of a few African-Americans from the North Carolina Piedmont.Nas: Time Is Illmatic
IMDB 6.9 | Apr , 2014
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.Bobby Cassidy: Counterpuncher
IMDB 0 | Feb , 2010
A deeply human portrait of a boxer with the heart of a lion who refused to give up, in and outside of the ring. This documentary follows the fighter's life from a child who was taught how to hate, to a father who learned how to love.To Hear Your Banjo Play
IMDB 4.5 | Jan , 1947
A short film about Pete Seeger and the birth of banjo music throughout the Southern United States.Showgirls: Glitz & Angst
IMDB 0 | Sep , 2003
No sick days. Mandatory diets. Boob jobs. Endless rehearsals. It's what showgirls do for love--and a steady job--in the Las Vegas spotlight. 'A Chorus Line' meets 'Real Sex' in this sexy yet poignant documentary that follows the mounting of a new all-female musical revue in Las Vegas--from auditions through opening night--over the course of ten pressure-packed weeks.Scouts Honor: Inside a Marching Brotherhood
IMDB 0 | Aug , 2014
Three young men commit themselves to one of the best summers of their lives...marching in a World Class drum and bugle corps. The bond of brotherhood this organization provides, helps them through both their struggles and their triumphs.Jade: Why I Chose Porn
IMDB 4.3 | Aug , 2016
22 year-old Jade graduated with a degree in Fashion from Manchester Metropolitan University in the summer of 2015. But rather than work in the world of fashion, Jade - aka Carly Rae Summers - has decided to pursue a career in porn. This film follows Jade as she embarks on her new full-time career, travelling to shoots in London, Barcelona and Prague, and explores the practical and ethical issues that surround a young female porn star in Britain today. Why would a well-educated young woman with a range of career options choose to pursue a career in porn?What Difference Does It Make?
IMDB 5.1 | Feb , 2014
A documentary that explores the challenges that a life in music can bring.If I Had Four Dromedaries
IMDB 7 | Nov , 1966
Composed entirely of still photographs taken by Chris Marker across 26 countries, If I Had Four Dromedaries presents a dialogue between three voices reflecting on the meaning of images and travel. Through this photo-essay form, Marker explores the relationship between still and moving images and the act of seeing itself.Legends of the Knight
IMDB 7.4 | Dec , 2013
Legends of the Knight weaves together the stirring true stories of individuals who have overcome devastating obstacles, unselfishly given to the community, and embraced their inner superhero because of their love of Batman. Through the deeply personal tales of Batman fans, writers, and filmmakers, this feature-length documentary explores the power of heroic stories and encourages viewers to find their own unique path to heroism. Funded by over 1,100 people from around the world, Legends of the Knight is a return to our childhood dreams of being a hero. Put on your cape, and be inspired!Earth, Wind & Fire
IMDB 4.2 | Jan , 2004
One of the hottest R&B groups of all time, the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire in concert define excitement. Captured live on their remarkable 1994 sell-out tour of Japan, this performance showcases the band's distinctive style and raw energy and marks Maurice White's last taped appearance with the group in concert. Always dynamite on stage with their unmistakable sound and electrifying showmanship, Earth, Wind & Fire combine all the greatest elements of rock and soul! 1. September 2. Let Your Feelings Show 3. Let's Groove 4. Runnin' 5. Boogie Wonderland 6. Can't Hide Love 7. Fantasy 8. Kalimba Interlude 9. Evil 10. Shining Star 11. Keep Your Head To The Sky 12. Reasons 13. Sing A Song 14. That's The Way Of The World 15. Wouldn't Change A Thing About You 16. After The Love Is Gone 17. System Of SurvivalJames Brown Soul Brother No. 1
IMDB 8 | Jan , 1978
The James Brown StoryBen Harper au Festival de Jazz à Vienne 2019
IMDB 0 | Apr , 2022
Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues
IMDB 0 | May , 2022
The story of James Cotton, harmonica powerhouse, whose music shaped blues and rock. Orphaned at 9, Cotton’s life tracks America’s history—from the post-depression cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta to being mentored by the original Delta bluesmen, to Chicagoland’s artistic reinvention to the live music scene in Austin, Texas.Route 66 - ein amerikanischer albTraum
IMDB 8 | Dec , 2004
Germany's first Open Source movie. A gonzo style documentary.