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- The Blues Brothers (1980) Directed by John Landis. Starring John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Cab Calloway. Action, Adventure, Comedy (2h 13m) 7.9 on IMDb — 72% on RT.
- Jammin' the Blues (1944) Directed by Gjon Mili. Starring Lester Young, George "Red" Callender, Harry Edison. Documentary, Music, Short (10m) 7.9 on IMDb — N/A on RT.
- Leadbelly (1976) Directed by Gordon Parks. Starring Roger E. Mosley, Paul Benjamin, Madge Sinclair. Biography, Drama, Music (2h 6m) 7.2 on IMDb — N/A on RT.
- Cadillac Records (2008) Directed by Darnell Martin. Starring Adrien Brody, Jeffrey Wright, Beyoncé. Biography, Drama, Music (1h 49m) 7.0 on IMDb — 66% on RT.
Films dealing with blues history or prominently featuring blues music as a theme include: St. Louis Blues (1929): the only short movie with Bessie Smith; Blues in the Night (1941) Two Girls and a Sailor (1944) A Face in the Crowd (1957) Sounder (1972) Lady Sings The Blues (1972): about Billie Holiday
Oct 11, 2018 · The musical selection includes: gospel, delta blues, country, swing and bluegrass. A highlight is The Fairfield Four, an a cappella quartet with a career extending back to 1921 who appear on the soundtrack and as gravediggers towards the film’s end. Black Snake Moan. The title of the film is from a 1927 Blind Lemon Jefferson song.
- The Blues Brothers. Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, John Candy. 138 votes. This classic musical comedy film showcases an unforgettable love story between two brothers, Jake and Elwood, who are on a mission to save the orphanage they grew up in.
- Crossroads. Steve Vai, Jami Gertz, Ralph Macchio. 107 votes. A young guitarist's journey to learn the secrets of the blues takes him on a life-changing adventure, as he encounters love, friendship, and his own demons.
- Ray. Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King. 66 votes. The inspiring biographical film about the life of Ray Charles delivers an intimate look into the soulful musician's tumultuous love life, as he navigates the challenges of fame and addiction.
- O Brother, Where Art Thou? George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson. 75 votes. In this unique adaptation of Homer's Odyssey, three convicts escape from a chain gang and embark on an epic journey through the Deep South in search of love, redemption, and their own personal treasure.
Mar 19, 2024 · Their circuitous routes to Saturday Night Live are dotted with a blinding passion for authentic music (Belushi for heavy metal and eventually R&B, Aykroyd for electric blues), which inevitably made its way into their performances (both onstage and off).
Jun 7, 2024 · Hit Man's soundtrack is a mix of iconic New Orleans Blues songs that complement the film's story and setting. Each song on the soundtrack enhances pivotal scenes in the movie, showcasing the diverse musical tastes of director Richard Linklater.
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Jun 17, 2020 · Which singers appear in the film? Aretha Franklin - Think (feat. The Blues Brothers) - 1080p Full HD. Dan Aykroyd demanded that soul and R&B stars James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin were cast in speaking parts to support songs built around them.
