"Amazing Grace" all Aretha Franklin

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!