Sam Cooke: Crossing Over (2010)
In 1958, when Sam Cooke crossed over from gospel to popular music, he ran the risk of alienating his gospel fans by embracing "the devil's music." Instead, he set in motion a chain of events that altered the course of popular music and race relations in America.
Director: John Antonelli
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date: January 11, 2010
Cast
- Sam Cooke - Self (archive footage)
- Danny Glover - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John Antonelli
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sam Cooke: Crossing Over about?
- In 1958, when Sam Cooke crossed over from gospel to popular music, he ran the risk of alienating his gospel fans by embracing "the devil's music." Instead, he set in motion a chain of events that altered the course of popular music and race relations in America.
- Who directed Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?
- Sam Cooke: Crossing Over was directed by John Antonelli.
- Who stars in Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?
- Sam Cooke: Crossing Over stars Sam Cooke, Danny Glover.
- How long is Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?
- Sam Cooke: Crossing Over has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
- What genre is Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?
- Sam Cooke: Crossing Over is a Documentary, Music film.