SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)

A Questlove Jawn

6.9 /10 16 votes
January 23, 2025 1h 52m Released

Storyline

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone – the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone – that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

Key Information

Director Questlove
Studio Stardust Films
Rating 6.9/10
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Sly Stone

Sly Stone

Self

André 3000

André 3000

Self

George Clinton

George Clinton

Self

D'Angelo

D'Angelo

Self

Vernon Reid

Vernon Reid

Self

Chaka Khan

Chaka Khan

Self

Nile Rodgers

Nile Rodgers

Self

Rose Stone

Rose Stone

Self

Jerry Martini

Self

Freddie Stone

Self

Greg Errico

Greg Errico

Self

Cynthia Robinson

Cynthia Robinson

Self (archive footage)

Frequently Asked Questions

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was released on January 23, 2025.

The runtime of SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is 1h 52m.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is a Documentary, Music movie.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 on TMDB.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was directed by Questlove.

The main cast of SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) includes Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is originally in English.