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We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song

January 28, 1985 0h 52m 8.5/10 (12 votes)

Originally released in 1985. We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a music/documentary film. directed by Tom Trbovich. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jane Fonda, Quincy Jones, and Bob Dylan

Synopsis

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a documentary which examines how the song was written, how producer Quincy Jones and songwriters Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie persuaded some of the most popular performers in America to donate their services to the project, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the marathon recording session that produced the single.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 28, 1985 40 years ago
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Runtime 0h 52m 52 minutes total
User Rating 8.5/10 Excellent (12 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Ken Kragen Productions
  • Golin-Malley Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song about?

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a documentary which examines how the song was written, how producer Quincy Jones and songwriters Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie persuaded some of t...

Who directed We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song?

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song was directed by Tom Trbovich.

How long is We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song?

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).

When was We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song released?

We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song was released on January 28, 1985 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song?

The main cast of We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song includes Jane Fonda, Quincy Jones, Bob Dylan, Lionel Richie, Dan Aykroyd.