Mr Brown
Synopsis
Through musical archives and numerous interviews, "Mr. Brown" recounts the entire life of James Brown from 1933 to 2006, focusing primarily on his years of struggle and glory between 1955 and 1971. This film also recounts the world in which the artist evolved. Numerous witnesses recount their experiences with the artist and the man they knew: saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis, trombonist Fred Wesley, bassist Bootsy Collins, MC Danny Ray, and singer Martha High.
Release History & Theatrical Window
ARTE
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Priestley
- Screenplay & Story
- Philippe Manœuvre
- Original Title
- Mr Brown
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Morgane Production, ARTE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Priestley
Philippe Manœuvre
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Priestley
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mr Brown.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mr Brown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mr Brown about?
Through musical archives and numerous interviews, "Mr. Brown" recounts the entire life of James Brown from 1933 to 2006, focusing primarily on his years of struggle and glory between 1955 and 1971. This film also recounts the world in which the artist evolved. Numerous witnesses recount their experiences with the artist and the man they knew: saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis, trombonist Fred Wesley, bassist Bootsy Collins, MC Danny Ray, and singer Martha High.
Who directed Mr Brown?
Mr Brown was directed by Philip Priestley.
Who stars in Mr Brown?
The principal cast of Mr Brown includes Not specified.
When was Mr Brown released and how long is it?
Mr Brown was released in 2008 with a total runtime of Unknown.