Sidemen: Long Road to Glory

Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Mon, Oct 16, 2017 1:00 PM
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Mon, Oct 16, 2017 6:30 PM
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Tue, Oct 17, 2017 3:30 PM
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Tue, Oct 17, 2017 9:30 PM
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Thu, Oct 19, 2017 1:00 PM
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Thu, Oct 19, 2017 9:30 PM
Film Info
Runtime:77 min
Country Listing:USA
Iceland
Copyright:2016
Rating:Not yet rated (STC)
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Scott D. Rosenbaum
Cinema Extra
Featuring:Pinetop Perkins
Hubert Sumlin
Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith
Bonnie Raitt
Gregg Allman
Derek Trucks
Shemekia Copeland
Robby Krieger
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Joe Perry
Joe Bonamassa
Johnny Winter
Narrated by:Marc Maron

Description

Blues musicians Pinetop Perkins, drummer Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith and guitarist Hubert Sumlin may not be household names—but they played pivotal roles in shaping rock and roll as we know it, influencing legendary bands like The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Led Zeppelin. As the “sidemen” behind Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf, their sound is unmistakable. Director Scott D. Rosenbaum pays tribute to their musical genius in this doc narrated by comedian Marc Maron, bringing them together for their final live performances. Don't miss this music celebration featuring Bonnie Raitt, Gregg Allman, Derek Trucks, Shemekia Copeland, Robby Krieger, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and more.

Co-presented by Soundscapes.

Additional Information

Winner—Jury Prize, Best Documentary, South Bay Film & Music Festival 2016

“They brought the blues to life.” – The Wall Street Journal

“Exceptionally entertaining and captivating tribute.” – Variety  

“Catnip to music lovers.” – The Hollywood Reporter