James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Director
- David Leaf
- Network
- David Leaf Productions
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel
What is James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston?
James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston is a 2008 documentary and music film. The production, which has a runtime of one hour, was released in the United States on April 5, 2008.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 5, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- David Leaf Productions
- Genres
- Documentary, Music
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 6 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- David Leaf Productions
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James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston is a 2008 documentary and music film. The production, which has a runtime of one hour, was released in the United States on April 5, 2008. The film explores the events surrounding a performance by soul legend James Brown in Boston on April 5, 1968. This concert took place in the immediate aftermath of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. Many observers suggest that the performance played a significant role in shielding the city of Boston from the types of devastating riots that occurred in other cities across the United States following the assassination. The film is categorized as a television production and has been featured on various international film databases, including the Movie Database, ČSFD.cz, and Kinobox.cz. These platforms provide access to media, reviews, and general information regarding the documentary. The project remains a notable record of the intersection between music history and the social climate of the United States during the spring of 1968.
Should you watch it?
“Discover how James Brown's 1968 Boston concert helped shield the city from riots.”
- Documents the remarkable 1968 concert by soul legend James Brown
- Explores the politics surrounding the event and Boston Mayor Kevin White's decision to televise it
- Features appearances by Cornel West, James Brown, and Muhammad Ali
- It has a runtime of one hour, which may feel brief for viewers seeking an exhaustive historical deep dive.
Watch it if you want to learn about the historic 1968 concert and the political decisions surrounding it.
The film runs for one hour and focuses on historical documentary footage and interviews.
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Streaming availability details can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database or standard digital movie services.
Is James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston worth watching?
Yes, it documents a remarkable historical concert and the political maneuvering that helped keep Boston peaceful following the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
What is the binge duration for James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston?
The film has a runtime of one hour.
What are the essential episodes or parts to watch?
This is a standalone 2008 documentary film rather than a series with episodes.
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