Respect (2021)
Directed by Liesl Tommy
Genres - Drama, Music, Musical |
Sub-Genres - Biopic [feature], Musical Drama |
Release Date - Aug 13, 2021 (USA) |
Run Time - 145 min. |
Countries - Canada, United States |
MPAA Rating - PG13
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Synopsis by Olivia Cantor
In her directorial debut, Liesl Tommy directs Jennifer Hudson in this biopic about the renowned Queen of Soul – Aretha Franklin. A known civil rights activist aside from being an internationally-acclaimed R&B singer, Aretha’s life is showcased starting from the days she was identified as a singing protégé. The story follows her journey from her childhood days of singing in her father’s church until she grows up and dabbles in music, eventually meeting her first husband, songwriter and manager Ted White (Marlon Wayans), until she encounters the challenges and trappings of fame and fortune.
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Civil-Rights, legend [famous person], musician, origins, R&B-music, singer, soul-music, superstar