Soundtrack for a Revolution

Soundtrack for a Revolution (DVD) (*)

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Screened, competed or awarded at:
Vancouver International Film Festival
Other Film Festival Awards

Language Selections:
English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 )

Product Origin/Format:
Australia ( PAL/Region 4 )

Running Time:
82 min

Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen (1.78:1)

Special Features:
Interactive Menu
Scene Access
Black & White

Movie filmed in 2009 and produced in:
France ( France, Benelux )
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )
United States ( USA, Canada )

Directed By:
Bill Guttentag
Dan Sturman

Written By:
Bill Guttentag
Dan Sturman

Actors:
The Roots ..... Themselves - Performers
John Legend ..... Himself - Performer
Wyclef Jean ..... Himself - Performer
Joss Stone ..... Herself - Performer
Richie Havens ..... Himself - Performer
Anthony Hamilton ..... Himself - Performer
The Blind Boys of Alabama ..... Themselves - Performers
Angie Stone ..... Herself - Performer
Mary Mary ..... Themselves - Performers
T.V. On The Radio ..... Themselves - Performers
Harry Belafonte ..... Himself - Interviewee
John Lewis ..... Herself - Interviewee
Lula Joe Williams ..... Himself - Interviewee
Andrew Young ..... Herself - Interviewee
Lynda Lowery

Synopsis:

Tells the story of the American civil rights movement through its powerful music - the freedom songs protesters sang on picket lines, in mass meetings, and in jail cells as they fought for justice and equality. Features new performances of the freedom songs by top artists; archival footage; and interviews with civil rights foot soldiers and leaders. Freedom songs evolved from slave chants, from the labor movement, and especially from the black church. Music enabled blacks to sing words they could not say, and it was crucial in helping the protesters as they faced down brutal aggression with dignity and non-violence. The infectious energy of the songs swept people up and empowered them to fight for their rights. This film celebrates the vitality of this music.

Music was a powerful tool in the American civil rights movement, spreading a message that was difficult for many to hear and serving as an energizing force for nonviolent protest. This documentary celebrates that intersection of movement and music. Featuring new performances of freedom songs by artists such as Mary J. Blige, Wyclef Jean and John Legend, the film also includes archival footage and interviews with civil rights leaders.

This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 03 August, 2010.