Sam Cooke: Legend

Sam Cooke: Legend

NR 2003 · 70 min · ★ 7.1 · Music, Documentary

Singer, songwriter, business man, family man, civil rights activist: Sam Cooke transcends all barriers of race, faith and talent. This first-ever biography of the definitive soul singer looks at his extraordinary career and personal life - from his gospel-singing roots through his R&B and pop music career.

Directed by Mary Wharton · Written by Peter Guralnick

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