Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
2021 movie
"Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)" (2021) is a powerful documentary directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson. The film showcases the long-forgotten footage of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, a six-week event celebrating Black history, culture, and music. Featuring performances by legends like Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly & the Family Stone, and Gladys Knight & the Pips, the documentary sheds light on an important cultural moment that had been largely overlooked. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won both the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award.
