The Funk don’t quit
On route to the stage, singer James Brown recalls a life with a turbulent childhood where music was his only constructive release for his passions. With his fire and creative daring, Brown became a star who defiantly created new possibilities in show business both on and behind the stage in face of racism and conventional thinking. Along the way, James would also become a peacemaker who redefined and raised the African-American community’s feeling of self-worth when it was needed most.
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for sexual content, drug use, some strong language, and violent situations
Principal Cast: Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd
Director: Tate Taylor
James Brown refuses to be intimidated by the Rolling Stones. Brown addresses the camera, “I can never quit when it gets hard…"
Themes: Quitting, Perseverance, Giving Up, Determination, Persistence, Pride
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James devises a way to keep all sales from his shows by promoting the event himself.
Themes: Business, Promotion, Rules, Ingenuity, Tradition, Innovation, Music
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Bandmates talk about how they deal with James Brown stealing all the spotlight.
Themes: Stardom, Selfishness, Business, Ego, Fame, Talent, Friendship, Music, Acceptance
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