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Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown (2014)

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A look at the music career of musician James Brown beginning with his first hit song, "Please, Please, Please," in 1956.

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A look at the music career of musician James Brown beginning with his first hit song, "Please, Please, Please," in 1956.

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Brilliant documentary on an entertainment genius
30 September 2015 | by (Sydney, Australia) – See all my reviews

Brilliant documentary on an entertainment genius.

The story of James Brown, singer, songwriter and showman extraordinaire. From his life growing up in abject poverty, to his rise to fame and his influence on music.

Wonderfully made. Contains some rare footage of James Brown concerts and you can feel the dynamism of his performance and sheer exuberance of the show. Could there ever have been someone with a greater stage presence?

Some quite illuminating interviews from people who he worked with - former band members mostly - and people he influenced. Not your usual empty, fawning interviews but genuine, candid, well thought- out, insightful interviews with people who know what they are talking about.

Not just about the music. Shows his work for the civil rights movement and in the black community. Demonstrates well the high regard to which he was held in those groups.

Fantastic.


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