Memphis
Originally released in 2011. Memphis is a music film. directed by Don Roy King. With a runtime of 2h 45m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Chad Kimball, Montego Glover, and Derrick Baskin
Synopsis
Memphis is set in the places where rock and roll was born in the 1950s: the seedy nightclubs, radio stations and recording studios of the musically-rich Tennessee city. With an original score, it tells the fictional story of DJ Huey Calhoun, a good ole' local boy with a passion for R&B music and Felicia Farrell, an up-and-coming black singer that he meets one fateful night on Beale Street. Despite the objections of their loved ones (Huey's close-minded mama and Felicia's cautious brother, a club owner), they embark on a dangerous affair. As their careers rise, the relationship is challenged by personal ambition and the pressures of an outside world unable to accept their love. Originally shown in select theatres, then broadcast as an episode of the PBS series "Great Performances" (season 39, episode 11).
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 28, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
2h 45m
165 minutes total
User Rating
8.3/10
Excellent (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Chad Kimball
as Huey Calhoun
Montego Glover
as Felicia Farrell
Derrick Baskin
as Gator
J. Bernard Calloway
as Delray Jones
James Monroe Iglehart
as Bobby
Michael McGrath
as Mr. Simmons
Cass Morgan
as Gladys Calhoun
Jennifer Allen
as Clara/White Mother/Ensemble
Brad Bass
as Perry Como/Frank Dryer/Ensemble
Tracee Beazer
as Someday Backup Singer/Ensemble
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Broadway Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis about?
Memphis is set in the places where rock and roll was born in the 1950s: the seedy nightclubs, radio stations and recording studios of the musically-rich Tennessee city. With an original score, it t...
Who directed Memphis?
Memphis was directed by Don Roy King.
How long is Memphis?
Memphis has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes (165 minutes total).
When was Memphis released?
Memphis was released on April 28, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Memphis?
The main cast of Memphis includes Chad Kimball, Montego Glover, Derrick Baskin, J. Bernard Calloway, James Monroe Iglehart.