James Brown: Soul Survivor(2003)
James Brown: Soul Survivor 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.
James Brown: Soul Survivor (2003) is a documentary and music film directed by Jeremy Marre, released on October 29, 2003. It stars James Brown, Bobby Byrd, Lyn Collins and Fred Wesley. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Jeremy Marre
- Producers:
- Jeremy Marre
- Status:
- Released
James Brown: Soul Survivor Cast & Crew
Main cast
James Brown
as Self
Bobby Byrd
Lyn Collins
Fred Wesley
- Marva Whitney
Marva Whitney
Little Richard
Chuck D
Dan Aykroyd
Al Sharpton
Afrika Bambaataa
Wyclef Jean
Clarke Peters
Key crew
Directed by Jeremy Marre, produced by Jeremy Marre.
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James Brown: Soul Survivor Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 7 ratings.
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James Brown: Soul Survivor – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in James Brown: Soul Survivor?
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The main cast of James Brown: Soul Survivor (2003) includes James Brown, Bobby Byrd, Lyn Collins, Fred Wesley and Marva Whitney. The film was directed by Jeremy Marre. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was James Brown: Soul Survivor released?
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James Brown: Soul Survivor was released on October 29, 2003.
Is James Brown: Soul Survivor worth watching?
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James Brown: Soul Survivor (2003) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.