On the heels of the Civil Rights Movement, one fearless black pioneer reconceived a Harlem Renaissance for a new era, ushering giants and rising stars of black American culture onto the national television stage. He was hip. He was smart. He was innovative, political, and gay. In his personal fight for social equality, this man ensured the Revolution would be televised. The man was Ellis Haizlip. The Revolution was soul!

SHOT! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock

2016

English

6.8

♡ 3

94%

Barney Clay Director

Ozzy Osbourne as Self

Janelle Monáe as Self

Patti LaBelle as Self

Rufus Wainwright as Self

A reckless joyride into the darkest corners of popular music that delves deep into the mind of Mick Rock, the genius photographer who immortalized the seventies and the rise to rock stardom of many legendary musicians.

Beauty

2022

English

4.2

♡ 3

22%

Andrew Dosunmu Director

Sharon Stone as

Giancarlo Esposito as

Nancy Reagan as Self

Patti LaBelle as Self

A young singer on the brink of a promising career finds herself torn between a domineering family, industry pressures and her love for her girlfriend.

The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors

2022

English

6.9

♡ 2

Action

Alex Rudzinski Director

Brad Pitt as Self

Matt Damon as Self

Patti LaBelle as Self - Attendee

George Clooney as Self - Honoree

The Kennedy Center Honors celebrates the lives and careers of actor, George Clooney; singer Amy Grant; singer Gladys Knight; composer and musician Tania Leon and the Irish music band, U2, with tributes and performances.

Richard Pryor: Live in Concert

1979

English

8.0

♡ 5

92%

Jeff Margolis Director

Patti LaBelle as Self

Richard Pryor as Self

Jennifer Lee as Self

Huey P. Newton as Self - Spectator

Richard Pryor delivers monologues on race, sex, family and his favorite target—himself, live at the Terrace Theatre in Long Beach, California.

Six by Sondheim

2013

English

7.9

♡ 1

100%

Todd Haynes Director

Hugh Jackman as Curly

Patti LaBelle as Self

Stephen Sondheim as Self / Joe

Jackie Hoffman as Singer #17

This intimate documentary explores the life and career of the stage legend Stephen Sondheim through six of his best-known songs.

Luther: Never Too Much

2024

English

8.1

♡ 2

98%

Dawn Porter Director

Garry Shandling as Self

Denzel Washington as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

Patti LaBelle as Self

Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. His undeniable talent earned platinum records and accolades, but he struggled to break out beyond the R&B charts. Intensely driven, he overcame personal and professional challenges to secure his place amongst the greatest vocalists in history.

Cyndi Lauper: Let the Canary Sing

2023

English

7.6

♡ 3

83%

social & cultural documentary

Alison Ellwood Director

John F. Kennedy as Self

Patsy Cline as Self

Gloria Steinem as Self - Ms. Magazine

Patti LaBelle as Self - Singer

A chronicle of Cyndi Lauper's meteoric ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations through her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering feminism and tireless advocacy. This documentary takes the audience on an engaging exploration of a renowned and pioneering artist who has left a remarkable legacy with her art.

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The Apollo

Mr. Soul!

SHOT! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock

Beauty

The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors

Richard Pryor: Live in Concert

Six by Sondheim

Luther: Never Too Much

Cyndi Lauper: Let the Canary Sing