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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) List

  • Woodstock - A documentary about the iconic 1969 music festival, capturing performances and the cultural impact.
  • 20 Feet from Stardom - Highlights the lives of backup singers who supported famous artists, shedding light on their untold stories.
  • The Apollo - Explores the history of the Apollo Theater and its influence on African American culture and music.
  • Miss Sharon Jones! - A portrait of the late soul singer Sharon Jones, showcasing her music career and resilience.
  • Soul Power - Follows the musical lineup of the 1974 Rumble in the Jungle, featuring artists like James Brown and BB King.
  • I Am Not Your Negro - A documentary based on James Baldwin's unfinished manuscript, exploring race and identity in America.
  • Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World - Investigates the contributions of Native Americans to rock music and its cultural significance.
  • Black Woodstock (a.k.a. The Harlem Cultural Festival) - A documentary focused on the culturally rich Harlem Cultural Festival of 1969.
  • A Band Called Death - The story of a punk rock band formed by African American brothers in the 1970s, exploring their struggles and legacy.
  • Searching for Sugar Man - Follows the quest to find a mysterious musician from the 1970s who became an icon in South Africa.
  • The Last Waltz - A concert film documenting The Band's farewell concert featuring numerous music legends.
  • Jazz: A Film by Ken Burns - A comprehensive documentary series exploring the history and impact of jazz music in America.
  • Muscle Shoals - Explores the influence of the Muscle Shoals music studio and the iconic artists who recorded there.
  • The Wrecking Crew - A documentary about the studio musicians behind many major hits in the 1960s and 70s.
  • Standing in the Shadows of Motown - Tells the story of the Funk Brothers, the studio musicians behind many Motown hits.
  • They Shall Not Grow Old - Utilizes archival footage to tell the story of World War I soldiers, showcasing the power of historical documentation.
  • She's Gotta Have It - A Spike Lee joint about a woman navigating relationships amidst broader societal themes, similar in exploration of culture.
  • The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution - A documentary exploring the history and impact of the Black Panther Party in the 1960s and 70s.
  • Take Me to the River - Music documentary exploring the roots of American music in Memphis, featuring both legends and newcomers.
  • The Get Down - A Netflix series depicting the rise of hip-hop and disco in the 1970s Bronx.
  • American Epic - Explores the early history of American music, showcasing significant artists and recording sessions.
  • Harlan County, USA - A documentary on a coal miners' strike, highlighting issues of social justice and community resilience.
  • The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars - A concert film capturing David Bowie's iconic persona and performance, focusing on music's cultural influence.
  • Paris Is Burning - A snapshot of the drag ball culture in New York City, exploring themes of race, class, and identity.
  • The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir - Follows Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir, exploring music and influence over decades.
  • Louder Than A Bomb - Documents a poetry competition, showcasing young voices and issues of identity and expression.
  • The Greatest Showman - A musical that celebrates diversity and the power of music, with a strong cultural backdrop.
  • High Fidelity - Follows a record store owner through his relationship struggles and love for music, exploring its impact.
  • Black Panther - Incorporates strong themes around culture and identity in an African context, resonating with similar cultural discussions.
  • The Sound of Music - While different in genre, it shares themes of music as a means of overcoming adversity.
  • The Defiant Ones - A documentary series that chronicles the partnership between music legends Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine.
  • The Funk Brothers: Standing in the Shadows of Motown - Shines a light on the band behind the Motown hits, paralleling the theme of unsung heroes in music.
  • What Happened, Miss Simone? - An exploration of Nina Simone's life, highlighting her music and activism during the civil rights movement.
  • The Black Godfather - The story of music executive Clarence Avant, highlighting the intersections of music and social change.
  • To Be a Force for Change - Documents the rise of Black-owned record labels and their socio-political influence on music.
  • This Is It - Showcases Michael Jackson's rehearsals for his comeback concert, emphasizing his artistry and cultural impact.
  • Sound City - A documentary about the famous recording studio and the musicians who recorded there, celebrating music's legacy.
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# Title Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status
1
Woodstock
Woodstock 225 min
1970 United States of America 19488 8.1 Film HD
2
20 Feet from Stardom
20 Feet from Stardom 89 min
2013 United States of America 14494 7.4 Film HD
3
Searching for Sugar Man
Searching for Sugar Man 85 min
2012 Sweden 76422 8.2 Film HD
4
The Last Waltz
The Last Waltz 117 min
1978 United States of America 22167 8.1 Film HD
5
They Shall Not Grow Old
They Shall Not Grow Old 99 min
2018 New Zealand 40834 8.2 Film HD
6
She's Gotta Have It
She's Gotta Have It 84 min
1986 United States of America 17681 6.8 Film HD
7
The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution
The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution 113 min
2015 United States of America 2231 7.4 Film HD
8
Take Me to the River
Take Me to the River 84 min
2015 United States of America 3258 6.2 Film HD
9
The Get Down
The Get Down 76 min
Seasons 1 Eps 11
2016 United States of America 24616 8.2 Serial Anulat
10
Paris Is Burning
Paris Is Burning 78 min
1991 United States of America 21288 8.2 Film HD
11
The Greatest Showman
The Greatest Showman 105 min
2017 United States of America 348536 7.5 Film HD
12
High Fidelity
High Fidelity 113 min
2000 United Kingdom 199333 7.4 Film HD
13
Black Panther
Black Panther 135 min
2018 United States of America 911226 7.3 Film HD
14
The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music 174 min
1965 United States of America 291420 8.1 Film HD
15
The Defiant Ones
The Defiant Ones 96 min
1958 United States of America 20093 7.5 Film HD
16
What Happened, Miss Simone?
What Happened, Miss Simone? 101 min
2015 United States of America 15447 7.6 Film HD
17
The Black Godfather
The Black Godfather 118 min
2019 United States of America 1638 7.5 Film HD
18
This Is It
This Is It 111 min
2009 United States of America 43763 7.2 Film HD
19
Sound City
Sound City 106 min
2013 United States of America 13782 7.8 Film HD