Mike Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 Questlove’s ‘Summer of Soul’ revives lost history, performances from Stevie Wonder, Sly Stone, more Nina Simone, B.B. King, the Staples Singers, The 5th Dimension and more appear in the film, now in theaters and on Hulu. anyone aware of any uk showings be it theatres or online? https://www.ocregister.com/2021/07/02/in-summer-of-soul-a-lost-history-reborn-to-play-loud-2/ Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Simon T Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 it is very, very, very good! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Carty Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 Full size cinema posters for the film currently available (to buy ) on Ebay Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Simon T Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 https://www.imdb.com/showtimes/title/tt11422728/?date=2021-07-11 Click on London EN UK under Showtimes, and pop your post code in 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike Posted July 12, 2021 Author Share Posted July 12, 2021 The revolution could not be televised’: why were so many black concert films erased from history? New documentary Summer of Soul recalls an iconic moment in 60s music – but it has taken far too long for us to see the footage https://www.theguardian.com/film/2021/jul/12/summer-of-soul-the-revolution-could-not-be-televised-harlem-festival-movie Comments lead to news that showing in the Uk and Ireland on the Disney Channel starting Friday 30th July 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Timillustrator Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 (edited) It's on at 18 Showcase Cinemas across the country this Friday, mostly between 2 and 3 in the afternoon though what a rubbish time, might have to take the afternoon off work https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/film-info/summer-of-soul?fbclid=IwAR2lcVm0K32c7zPa2O1YntbdQ193yNYTU_gA6QB2APMjyl4qYPnEzFaFFyo Edited July 13, 2021 by Timillustrator Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chris Turnbull Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 Nottingham Broadway this Fri 16th July 16.30 and 20.00 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
25miles Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 SHOWROOM SHEFFIELD Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Has Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 anybody know what the record is when the introduce the major of new york city around 20mins in the song is something like uptown ghetto street Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Simon T Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 Staple Singers - Give a damn Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Andy Cullup Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 Tickets booked Peterborough Showcase. Saturday 17th at 6.45 pm Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Has Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 52 minutes ago, Simon T said: Staple Singers - Give a damn thanks simon Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 (edited) Have to say the footage is extraordinary, simply superb. Mark Kermode gave it a glowing review on Wittertainment, film of the week and his best film of the year so far, the best music film/documentary ever. He has watched it four times. Here is his Guardian review.... https://www.theguardian.com/film/2021/jul/18/summer-of-soul-review-questlove-documentary-harlem-cultural-festival-1969 Edited July 18, 2021 by Chalky 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Andy Cullup Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Great film, saw it last night. Would love to see the footage they didn't include. At one part they showed set lists from the shows which were spread over several weekends and some of the acts on there! David Ruffin what a voice. Staple Singers incredible. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Has Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 yes saw it david ruffin yes what a voice around 40 hours still to see i believe will have to wait another thirty years which is a shame Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 2 hours ago, Andy Cullup said: Great film, saw it last night. Would love to see the footage they didn't include. At one part they showed set lists from the shows which were spread over several weekends and some of the acts on there! David Ruffin what a voice. Staple Singers incredible. The acts are all listed at the end. Chuck Carter and Chuck Jackson would be great to see. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Micksmix Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Another interesting video regards the festival on youtube. 3 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Coolnotes Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 On 13/07/2021 at 18:59, Timillustrator said: It's on at 18 Showcase Cinemas across the country this Friday, mostly between 2 and 3 in the afternoon though what a rubbish time, might have to take the afternoon off work https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/film-info/summer-of-soul?fbclid=IwAR2lcVm0K32c7zPa2O1YntbdQ193yNYTU_gA6QB2APMjyl4qYPnEzFaFFyo Leeds one showing this afternoon ...!!! thanks anyway . 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Frankie Crocker Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 It’s got great reviews in the Saturday and Sunday newspapers so we’ve booked up to see it on Wednesday. Well done to Soul-Sourcers for flagging it up well in advance. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Tom C Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Sly and the Family Stone are awesome - never really liked their recordings 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 1 hour ago, tom c said: Sly and the Family Stone are awesome - never really liked their recordings They were brilliant, the backing singer/horn player was fantastic. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike Posted July 21, 2021 Author Share Posted July 21, 2021 just caught the BBC one https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000xzks/the-film-review-16072021 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rhys Roberts Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 It's showing tonight at the Odeon in Bridgend, S Wales at 6:30pm. Looks like the only screening this week... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rhys Roberts Posted July 29, 2021 Share Posted July 29, 2021 Really enjoyed the film Mixes the events of the late 60s with some amazing live performances from David Ruffin, 5th Dimension, Staple Singers, Stevie Wonder, Edwin Hawkins, Gladys Knight, Sly, Mahalia, BB King and more. This is 1969 so leather waistcoats, afros and Black Panthers. If you are into the full spectrum of soul, funk, gospel and blues then it is well worth catching it on the big screen. The Sly And The Family Stone performance of Everyday People was one of the highlights for me too. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Johndelve Posted July 29, 2021 Share Posted July 29, 2021 Found out with a few hours to spare that it was showing last night - only - in Tunbridge Wells so made sure I got there. As virtually everybody else has said: marvellous. I was amazed by the quality of the footage and it is indeed a scandal that it laid, unloved and unwanted, for more than fifty years. Delighted it has finally come out now. To have thought up, and put something like this on, with such a variety of acts - all of which seemed to be enjoyed and appreciated by a huge, happy audience - was a major achievement by all those involved. As much as the musicians they deserved to be honoured. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dukeofburgundy Posted July 29, 2021 Share Posted July 29, 2021 8 hours ago, Johndelve said: Found out with a few hours to spare that it was showing last night - only - in Tunbridge Wells so made sure I got there. As virtually everybody else has said: marvellous. I was amazed by the quality of the footage and it is indeed a scandal that it laid, unloved and unwanted, for more than fifty years. Delighted it has finally come out now. To have thought up, and put something like this on, with such a variety of acts - all of which seemed to be enjoyed and appreciated by a huge, happy audience - was a major achievement by all those involved. As much as the musicians they deserved to be honoured. Hi John - I found it genuinely moving. The musical talent on show was extraordinary from the Chamber Bros who open the film to the breathtaking Nina Simone most of it was awe-inspiring. They were radical times and the film deftly interwove the the concert footage with scenes from Black American lives. The parallel for today's USA are obvious but the film makers for the most part let you draw that conclusion yourself. The photographic quality of the film is exceptional . I felt I was there with a twenty year old Stevie Wonder and watching a dynamic young singer like Glady Knight. I'd never before seen a live performance by Mongo Santamaria and what hands he had. Sly Stone was dangerous and exciting and I got a feeling what an innovator he was before the drugs diminished his creativity. Interesting also to see the Fifth Dimension be more funky and R & B. Marilyn McCoo is beautiful and David Ruffin was at the top of his game. The music , indeed the whole experience of watching the film was just fantastic. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Tomangoes Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 Stevie Wonder playing the drums with full gusto. How talented is that fella? Those gospel girls are just the epitome of soul singing. Nice reference to the white New York Mayor. Totally agree with the thoughts of many attendees, what was the point in putting a man on the moon, when so much poverty was around. Ed 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike Posted December 22, 2021 Author Share Posted December 22, 2021 "Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)" made the short list for Oscar nomination Documentary Feature category f Fifteen films will advance in the Documentary Feature category for the 94th Academy Awards. One hundred thirty-eight films were eligible in the category. Members of the Documentary Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees DOCUMENTARY FEATURE Fifteen films will advance in the Documentary Feature category for the 94th Academy Awards. One hundred thirty-eight films were eligible in the category. Members of the Documentary Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees. The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are: "Ascension" "Attica" "Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry" "Faya Dayi" "The First Wave" "Flee" "In the Same Breath" "Julia" "President" "Procession" "The Rescue" "Simple as Water""Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)" "The Velvet Underground" "Writing with Fire" Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
davred Posted January 24, 2022 Share Posted January 24, 2022 Have just noticed that the film is avalable on the Disney channel 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 9, 2022 Author Share Posted February 9, 2022 Roots drummer and music historian Questlove has received a nomination for Best Documentary Feature, for Summer of Soul at the 94th Academy Awards. Nominees were announced on Tuesday (Feb. morning via livestream and the Oscars website. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Tom C Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 put it this way...I will go and see any doc that beats this to the Oscar I'm also hoping for a SOS part 2 featuring the footage still left in the can (Chuck Jackson?) Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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