Say Amen, Somebody
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Initial release | USA |
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Directors | George T. Nierenberg |
Initial DVD release | February 3, 2001 |
Producers | George T. Nierenberg |
Karen Nierenberg | |
Cinematography | Edward Lachman |
Don Lenzer | |
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ID | 2252249 |
About Say Amen, Somebody
Gospel music is the subject of this lively film, which explores the history of the faith-rooted musical style. While the documentary features a number of gospel musicians, it spends the most time looking into the considerable contributions of Thomas A. Dorsey, a pioneering songwriter and pianist, and his popular associate, singer "Mother" Willie Mae Ford Smith. Also included are numerous concert performances by the Barrett Sisters, Sallie Martin and other gospel luminaries. …