Description:

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. A chance demonstration of that in prison led to a new friend who helped get him out and into a musical career. 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. However, those same domineering passions would lead James Brown alienating everyone around him as his appetites became ever more self-destructive. Only after he hit rock bottom with a serious mistake does Brown realize what he needs to do make his life as the Godfather of Soul truly worthwhile.

Year:

2014

Directed By:

Tate Taylor

Written By:

Jez Butterworth (screenplay), John-Henry Butterworth (screenplay), 3 more credits

Genres:

Biography, Drama, Music

Release Date:

1 August 2014 (USA)

Language:

English

Runtime:

139 min

Origin/Country:

USA | UK

Shooting Location:

Natchez, Mississippi, USA