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

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

🎬 Title: Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

A Questlove Creation.

Story: In the same summer that Woodstock captivated audiences, over 300,000 attendees gathered for the Harlem Cultural Festival, a landmark celebration of African American music, culture, and a powerful statement of Black pride and unity. For more than five decades, the stunning footage from this festival was tucked away in a basement, rendering this significant chapter of American history largely unknown—until now.

⭐ Rating: 7.6 (213 votes)

📅 Release date: July 2, 2021

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 57 minutes

🎭 Genres: Music, Documentary, History

🎬 Director: Questlove

🌍 Countries: United States

🏢 Production companies: Mass Distraction Media, RadicalMedia, Vulcan Productions, Concordia Studio

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $3,696,069

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👥 Cast: Stevie Wonder (Self), Lin-Manuel Miranda (Self), Chris Rock (Self), Tony Lawrence (Self), Nina Simone (Self (archive footage)), B.B. King (Self (archive footage)), Abbey Lincoln (Self), Mavis Staples (Self), Mahalia Jackson (Self (archive footage)), David Ruffin (Self)

Editor’s note: Here’s a brief overview of Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021): This film seamlessly blends music, documentary, and history while adding a personal touch. Under Questlove’s expert direction, it maintains a consistent rhythm and a strong sense of place. With powerful performances from Stevie Wonder, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Chris Rock, the film offers a grounded experience. The 1 hour 57 minutes runtime perfectly suits the narrative. While it has its imperfections, its overall strengths more than compensate for any flaws. Its tagline—“A Questlove Creation”—effectively captures its essence. If this premise resonates with you, make sure to add it to your watchlist.

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