In 1972, after winning so many awards for her many songs, Aretha Franklin decided to make an album of Gospel Songs, hearkening back to her roots. She did a two night gig in a Baptist Missionary Church in Southern California and the show was filmed live. The filming was produced by Sidney Pollack but for many reasons, not released until now.
If you are a fan of Aretha, this is a must-see. It is 90 minutes of singing. There is little chatter, just her amazing voice and the response from the small crowd. It starts slow and builds to a peak that will leave you wanting to wave your arms in the air and shout "Amen!"
It's a documentary of the most simple kind: good camera work, good sound and the powerful, beautiful, strong and joyful voice of a legend. Two thumbs up from me!
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