Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown
Originally released in 2014. Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown is a music/documentary film. directed by Alex Gibney.
Starring James Brown, Bootsy Collins, and Chuck D
Synopsis
James Brown changed the face of American music forever. Abandoned by his parents at an early age, James Brown was a self-made man who became one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, not just through his music, but also as a social activist. Charting his journey from rhythm and blues to funk, MR. DYNAMITE: THE RISE OF JAMES BROWN features rare and previously unseen footage, photographs and interviews, chronicling the musical ascension of “the hardest working man in show business,” from his first hit, “Please, Please, Please,” in 1956, to his iconic performances at the Apollo Theater, the T.A.M.I. Show, the Paris Olympia and more.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 27, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (40 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jigsaw Productions
- Jagged Films
- Inaudible Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown about?
James Brown changed the face of American music forever. Abandoned by his parents at an early age, James Brown was a self-made man who became one of the most influential artists of the 20th century...
Who directed Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown was directed by Alex Gibney.
How long is Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown released?
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown was released on April 27, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown?
The main cast of Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown includes James Brown, Bootsy Collins, Chuck D, Mick Jagger, Questlove.