Summaries

An in-depth, award-winning documentary on the life and music of legendary bluesman ROBERT JOHNSON. Mixing rare photographs, exclusive interviews, and dramatic re-creations, director PETER MEYER presents a compelling portrait of this enigmatic figure. Hosted by Danny Glover with Keb' Mo' as Robert Johnson, featuring Johnny Shines, Honeyboy Edwards, John Hammond, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards.—Anonymous

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Keywords
  • interview
  • deal with the devil
  • soul selling
  • drunk and disorderly
  • reference to robert johnson
Genres
  • Biography
  • Music
  • Documentary
Release date Feb 28, 1997
Countries of origin United States
Official sites Official Site
Language English
Production companies Sweet Home Pictures

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Runtime 1h 17m
Color Color Black and White
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