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Marvin Gaye - Behind the Legend
Front Cover Actor
Marvin Gaye
Movie Details
Language English
Running Time 80 mins
Country USA
Color Color
Plot
This look at the legacy of Marvin Gaye passes over the great R&B singer's childhood and Motown career in favor of his turbulent final years, including exiles in Hawaii and Europe, the making of Midnight Love, his addiction to cocaine (and resulting paranoia and depression), and his tragic murder (shot by his father during an argument). While his final public performance, a rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at 1983's NBA All-Star Game, is not included, his acceptance of a Grammy from Grace Jones and Rick James almost makes up for it, and there's plenty of other fascinating material: interviews with family members and band mates, rehearsal footage, and live versions of hits from "How Sweet It Is" to "Sexual Healing." While Behind the Legend fails to chart his path to stardom, it allows Gaye's music to do the talking--and he was never more eloquent than when at the microphone. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
Personal Details
Seen It Yes
Index 180
Collection Status In Collection
Links Amazon US
Product Details
Format DVD
Region Region 1
801213001392
Release Date 2/12/2002
Nr of Disks/Tapes 1