Searching For Sugar Man
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Searching For Sugar Man

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BAFTA FILM AWARD® winner
In the late '60s, a musician was discovered in a Detroit bar by two celebrated producers who were struck by his soulful melodies and prophetic lyrics. They recorded an album that they believed was going to secure his reputation as one of the greatest recording artists of his generation. Despite overwhelming critical acclaim, the album bombed and the singer disappeared into obscurity amid rumors...
IMDb 8.2/1020121 h 26 min
DocumentaryInspiringNostalgic
DocumentaryInspiringNostalgic
IMDb 8.2/1020121 h 26 min
Cast: RodriguezMalik Bendjelloul
Suitable for ages 12 and older

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    BAFTA FILM AWARD® winner
    13+20121 h 26 min
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Searching For Sugar Man
DocumentaryInspiringNostalgic
IMDb 8.2/1020121 h 26 min
In the late '60s, a musician was discovered in a Detroit bar by two celebrated producers who were struck by his soulful melodies and prophetic lyrics. They recorded an album that they believed was going to secure his reputation as one of the greatest recording artists of his generation. Despite overwhelming critical acclaim, the album bombed and the singer disappeared into obscurity amid rumors...
Creators and Cast
Directors
Malik Bendjelloul
Cast
RodriguezMalik Bendjelloul
Studio
Optimum Releasing
Content advisory
Suitable for ages 12 and older
violencealcohol usefoul languageFlashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers
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