Movin' On Up: The Music And Message Of Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions

Director: David Peck, Phil Galloway, Tom Gulotta, Rob Bowman

Cast: Curtis Mayfield, Altheida Mayfield, Sam Gooden, Fred Cash, Johnny Pate, Andrew Young, Carlos Santana, Chuck D

(2008) Rated: Unrated

US DVD release date: 6 May 2008 (Hip-O)

[7 May 2008]

by Jennifer Kelly

From its first eerily harmonized soul anthems through the feverish funk of Superfly, this two-disc documentary establishes Mayfield’s visionary leadership.

A great article on a great man, thanks.

Comment by Ann from Jacksonville Fl — May 19, 2008 @ 5:42 am

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