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Release Year2002
Runtime0h 12m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
Votes1
DirectorTim Smyth
WritersTim Smyth
TypeFeature Film
Rating10.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsSylvester: Mighty Real
About Sylvester: Mighty Real
A short documentary about the Disco legend Sylvester. Sylvester James began as a child gospel singer and sashayed past barriers of race and sexual identity to become the definitive anthemist of disco and dance soul. With a vibrant falsetto and genderbending persona, he redefined what it means - on stage and in life - to be "mighty real." This documentary will restore to the spotlight a pivotal performer whose music defined an era and whose influence is still felt by dozens of current vocalists.
Directed by Tim Smyth, Sylvester: Mighty Real leans on a strong ensemble — Sylvester, Martha Wash, RuPaul — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2002.
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