“Both a tribute to the artists and, just as importantly, their audience - which is what makes it not just a great concert film but a great documentary, period.” - David Fear, Rolling Stone
“The documentary of the decade.” - Charlotte O'Sullivan, London Evening Standard
July 5 & 29 | Held in the summer of 1969, The Harlem Cultural Festival - headlined by Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly & the Family Stone and Gladys Knight & the Pips - was a celebration of Black voices, culture and fashion. Largely forgotten until now, this Oscar winning documentary stands as a testament to the healing power of music during times of unrest, both past and present.
In Concert Series: Revelatory performances, massive crowds and ecstatic encores - these quintessential and acclaimed documentaries capture every note and each bead of sweat, and the moments that defined careers. From the streets of Harlem to the fields of Woodstock, In Concert gives you a front row ticket to the music that shaped generations. View full series here.
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