Take Me to the River

Take Me to the River

2014 · 95 min · ★ 6.0 · Documentary, Music

Take Me to the River is a film about the soul of American music. The film follows the recording of a new album featuring legends from Stax records and Memphis mentoring and passing on their musical magic to stars and artists of today.

Directed by Martin Shore · Written by Rick Clark

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