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2019

Hitsville: The Making of Motown

Directed by Gabe Turner
The soul of a city. The rhythm of a nation.

The remarkable story of the legendary Motown Records is told through exclusive interviews with the label’s visionary founder, Berry Gordy, and many of its superstar artists and creative figures, as well as rare performances and behind-the-scenes footage unearthed from Motown’s vaults and Gordy’s personal archives.

Duration

1h 53m

Released

August 24, 2019

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Cast18

  • Berry Gordy
  • Smokey Robinson
  • Miller London
  • John Legend
  • Robin Terry
  • Eddie Holland
  • Brian Holland
  • Lamont Dozier
  • Jamie Foxx

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