Director: Questlove
Writer(s): N/A
Starring: Sly Stone, Andre 3000, D’Angelo, Chaka Khan, Q-Tip, Nile Rogers, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, George Clinton, Ruth Copeland, Clive Davis, Jerry Martini, Greg Errico, Larry Graham, Cynthia Robinson, Sylvette Phunne Robinson, Novena Carmel, Sylvester Stewart Jr.
Synopsis: Oscar-winning filmmaker Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson directs his sophomore feature documentary follow-up to “Summer of Soul.” SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) examines the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone, the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic and enigmatic Sly Stone. This film captures the rise, reign and subsequent fadeout of one of pop music’s most influential artists, but also shines a light on how Black artists in America navigate the unseen burden that comes with their success. Drawing from his own personal experience and relationships, Questlove tells an empathetic human story about the cost of genius, reframing the way we all engage with pop culture.
Release Date: February 13, 2025 (USA) | Length: Unknown | Genre: Biography, History, Music | MPAA Rating: Unknown | Note(s): Original announcement. Sly Stone, Questlove, Common and Derek Dudley are producers on this project.