Movies and TvShows featuring "rhythm-and-blues" theme.
Making the Video is an MTV show, consisting of half-hour episodes, which chronicles the process of filming various music videos. Usually the director outlines the concept of the video and the show often includes light-hearted and humorous moments. It always concludes with a premiere of the finished video. The show premiered on July 11, 1999 and is currently on a hiatus as of 2009. MTV2 has a similar show entitled [Name of Band/Artist] Makes a Video that has featured artists such as 50 Cent, Fall Out Boy, Dashboard Confessional, Evanescence, and Mos Def among others.
Two stoners score high on their college entrance exams and wind up at Harvard. They're a mismatched pair from different walks of life and become the unlikely rulers of the school's THC-laden campus.
Raised by a single mother in poverty, Ray Charles goes blind at a young age. He finds solace in music and rises to stardom during the 1950s and 1960s.
Rising comics and singers are showcased in this long-running variety show from the Apollo Theater in New York City's Harlem neighborhood.
Lil' Kim and her friends Chilli, Mya, Vena E., B. Simone, Tiffany Panhilason and Char Defrancesco set sail for the ultimate Caribbean vacation filled with hilarious antics, emotional breakthroughs and spicy romances.
Follow the story of the iconic music scene in Laurel Canyon, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, known for its influential musicians and bands. This documentary explores the rise of folk-rock, rhythm-and-blues, country music, and blues through interviews with legendary musicians and archival footage.
An in-depth portrayal of Michael Jackson, a complicated man, who became the King of Pop. The biopic will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.
20 Feet from Stardom is a documentary that shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked talent of backup singers. Through interviews and concert footage, the film explores the lives and careers of these artists who provide the backbone of many iconic songs. It delves into their struggles for recognition and the sacrifices they make to pursue their dreams, highlighting their importance to the music industry.
Muscle Shoals tells the incredible true story of a small Alabama town that became the unlikely breeding ground for some of America's most creative and defiant music. At the heart of Muscle Shoals is Rick Hall, who overcame youth poverty and tragedy and went on to create the sound that would resonate across the world. This film highlights the incredible life of Rick Hall and the birth of the iconic Muscle Shoals sound.
Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-12 (2005) is a musical drama that follows the story of a person stuck in a closet and the unraveling chaotic events that occur as a result. With themes of extramarital affairs, betrayal, jealousy, and hiding in a closet, this story takes twists and turns as secrets are revealed. The characters explore themes of love, police involvement, and the consequences of their actions.
In a small Finnish town, a young woman with a passion for music dreams of becoming a famous singer. She falls in love with a talented rapper from the wrong side of the tracks, leading to a forbidden romance. As she pursues her dreams, she must confront prejudice and navigate her way through the music industry. This coming-of-age story explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the pursuit of stardom.
In Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 13-22, a mix of comedy, crime, drama, and music unfolds as various characters find themselves entangled in a web of gangsters, police officers, pimps, and mafia. With gospel music and rhythm-and-blues serving as the backdrop, the story takes place in a diner where a rhythm-and-blues singer's aria leads to questioning and confusion among the characters. A waitress and a choir also play important roles in this chaotic and interwoven narrative.
Filmed in Chicago & finished in 1959, The Cry of Jazz is filmmaker, composer and arranger Edward O. Bland's polemical essay on the politics of music and race - a forecast of what he called "the death of jazz." A landmark moment in black film, foreseeing the civil unrest of subsequent decades, it also features the only known footage of visionary pianist Sun Ra from his beloved Chicago period. Featured are ample images of tenor saxophonist John Gilmore and the rest of Ra's Arkestra in Windy City nightclubs, all shot in glorious black & white.
A car crash victim, humiliated housewife and two repressed teens are connected by their relationships with hard-working therapist Viola, who helps them battle their addictions while two disillusioned detectives struggle with the mounting war against heroin distribution in the Cincinnati area.
Upon the death of her husband, Claire (70) decides to reconnect with her estranged son, down and out R&B musician Sid. She asks him to help her restart the old girl group she used to sing in with two of her friends from the old days. The rebel son is hesitant at first but eventually agrees under one condition: the band has to play HIS music.
This documentary delves into the career of Janet Jackson, showcasing her iconic music videos and influential contributions to pop music. It is a must-watch for fans and anyone interested in the history of pop culture.
Endless is a visual music album directed by a musician, featuring a singer performing in a warehouse. The album showcases the artist's musical talent and incorporates elements of soul, hip-hop, electronic, and pop music. The visuals include scenes of the singer painting, spraying paint, and constructing a staircase. The album explores themes of infinity and the endless pursuit of creativity.
A famous bandleader, suffering from overwork and exhaustion, goes to a sanitarium for a rest. While there he dreams of being out west at a dude ranch, where he finds himself involved in the beautiful owner's struggle to keep her ranch from falling into the hands of the villain, who wants either her or her ranch (or, preferably, both).
Hal King is part of the 1950s beatnik jazz scene; running with drug addicts and fast women. But after being drafted for the Korean War, he may be forced to chose between carrying his father's political legacy, and the woman he loves.