Get On Up

Get On Up

The Funk Don't Quit

PG-13 2014 · 139 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, Music, History

A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

Directed by Tate Taylor · Written by John-Henry Butterworth

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