SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone - the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone - that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

Director: Questlove

Genre: Documentary, Music

Cast: Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton, D'Angelo, Vernon Reid, Chaka Khan, Nile Rodgers, Rose Stone, Jerry Martini, Freddie Stone

• Release date: 2025-01-23
• Runtime: 112
• Country: United States of America

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