Review:

Standing In The Shadows Of Motown By Paul Justman

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Standing in the Shadows of Motown is a documentary film directed by Paul Justman, released in 2002. The film highlights the Funk Brothers, a group of Detroit musicians who were the backing band for many hit Motown recordings in the 1960s and 1970s.

Key Features

  • Documentary film
  • Focuses on the Funk Brothers
  • Showcases behind-the-scenes of Motown recordings

Pros

  • Insightful look into the music industry
  • Great interviews with prominent musicians
  • Amazing soundtrack featuring classic Motown hits

Cons

  • Limited focus on individual stories of Funk Brothers
  • Some may find pacing slow

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