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Twenty Feet From Stardom
1h 31m Arts & Culture, Music, Documentary 2013

Twenty Feet From Stardom celebrates the powerhouse backup singers who gave voice to music’s greatest hits but never stood fully in the spotlight.

Millions know their voices, but not their names. In Twenty Feet From Stardom, Oscar-winning director Morgan Neville gives long-overdue recognition to the backup singers who shaped the sound of generations, from soul to rock to pop. Through rare footage and soulful testimony, these extraordinary women share stories of triumph, heartbreak, and resilience in a world that kept them just out of the limelight.

Rialto Recommends: Twenty Feet From Stardom. A rousing, deeply human tribute to the women behind the hits, Twenty Feet From Stardom moves to the rhythm of courage and creativity. It’s not just a film about music, it’s about the power of finding your own voice.

Cast

Lou Adler (Self), Patti Austin (Self), Sheryl Crow (Self), Stephanie 'Stevvi' Alexander (Self)

Director

Morgan Neville

Language

English

Country

United States

Studio

Transmission Films

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