Charles Bradley: Soul of America

Poull Brien:
Charles Bradley: Soul of America (USA, 2012)
74 min. - English

Anyone who saw Charles Bradley perform live in Flow Festival last summer knows that the aging soul man with a raspy voice possesses such volumes of charisma and love towards the humankind that the only option is to surrender in front of him. The warmth of the embrace of Bradley can now be experienced in the recent documentary Charles Bradley: Soul of America. This man's story is a great example of perseverance and the power of music. Bradley, who was known as a James Brown imitator, released his debut album, No Time for Dreaming last year, in the respectable age of 62. The lauded album helped Bradley out of the world of poverty and homelessness, giving him a new chance in life. At the same time, the world was introduced to a singer who channels James Brown in his moves, Otis Redding in his tunes and personifies the blues.

Soul of America follows the life of Charles Bradley from his 62nd birthday to the release of his album. The sympathetic film shows Bradley learning to read, and his childlike enthusiasm for his first newspaper mention. In addition to this, the film offers a full load of fantastic, classic soul music, performed by the screamer-singer of the century. He captures your heart.

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