The iconic life of filmmaker, novelist, actor, musician, and theatrical producer Melvin Van Peebles, is the focus of this enlightening documentary. Through interviews with son Mario, Spike Lee, Gil Scott-Heron, and the man himself, you'll learn how he ushered in the blaxploitation era with the release of his film "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song," while also getting insight into his various other projects. 85 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; bonus footage; theatrical trailer.
The iconic life of filmmaker, novelist, actor, musician, and theatrical producer Melvin Van Peebles, is the focus of this enlightening documentary. Through interviews with son Mario, Spike Lee, Gil Scott-Heron, and the man himself, you'll learn how he ushered in the blaxploitation era with the release of his film "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song," while also getting insight into his various other projects. 85 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; bonus footage; theatrical trailer.
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