Born in the working-class town of Barnwell, S.C., on May 3, 1933, at the height of the Great Depression, singer-songwriter James Brown was orphaned at age 4 and spent much of his childhood on the streets.It was a chance meeting with R&B vocalist Bobby Byrd during a stint in reform school that would ultimately change Brown's life, transforming a fast-talking juvenile delinquent into the undisputed "Godfather of Soul."
While Brown will undeniably be remembered for his influential musical style and trademark vocals, his persona remains immortal thanks to small but memorable roles in films and television, including The Blues Brothers (1980), Rocky IV (1985), "Miami Vice" (1987) and Blues Brothers 2000 (1998). He died on Dec. 25, 2006, at the age of 73.
James Brown: Soul SurvivorJames 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... Read More
Body + Soul: Legends of Soul: LiveThis 1980s concert captures soul legends James Brown, Ben E. King, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Billy Preston, Sam Moore, Brook Benton, Tyron Davis, Jerry Butler and others performing some of their greatest hits. Filmed at an intimate venue, these 11 performances include the classics "Soul Man," "I... Read More
James Brown: Forever GoldThe undisputed "Godfather of Soul," James Brown has become an icon in the music industry with his innovations that have profoundly influenced popular music styles worldwide for generations. Here, Brown shows his uninhibited style and energetic stage presence in a live 1985 concert at Chastain Park,... Read More
James Brown: Live in ConcertSoul Brother No. 1. The Godfather of Soul. The hardest-working man in show business. Those are impressive titles, but no one can deny James Brown has earned them more than any other performer. Join this influential musician for a live concert that includes hits such as "Turn It Loose," "It's Too... Read More
The Night James Brown Saved BostonRounding up archival performance footage and present-day interviews with those who experienced it firsthand, this film chronicles the remarkable James Brown concert that soothed the nerves of a mourning nation in the wake of unexpected tragedy. Mounted on April 5, 1968 -- the day after Martin Luther... Read More
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Soul Power (2008) | PG-13 | |
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All You Need Is Love (2008) | NR | |
Remember the 60's (2008) | NR | |
American Soul: Vol. 2 (2007) | NR | |
James Brown: Mr. Dynamite (2007) | NR | |
James Brown: Soul Session (2006) | G | |
ames Brown at Chastain Park (2006) | NR | |
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History of Rock 'N' Roll (2004) | NR | |
James Brown: Soul Survivor (2004) | NR | |
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James Brown: Forever Gold (2004) | NR | |
Casey Kasem: The Soul Years (2004) | NR | |
James Brown: At the Apollo (2004) | NR | |
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Paper Chasers (2003) | NR | |
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The Tuxedo (2002) | PG-13 | |
Undercover Brother (2002) | PG-13 | |
James Brown: Live in Concert (2002) | NR | |
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Woodstock '99 (1999) | NR | |
Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) | PG-13 | |
When We Were Kings (1996) | PG | |
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A Night of Super Soul (1987) | NR | |
Rocky IV (1985) | PG | |
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The Blues Brothers (1980) | R | |
Quadrophenia (1979) | R | |
Adios Amigo (1976) | PG | |
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The T.A.M.I. Show (1964) | NR | |
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Going My Way (1944) | NR | |
Air Force (1943) | NR | |
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