Betty Davis -Betty: They Say I'm Different -WIENERWORLD DVD Grooves.land/Playthek

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1: They Say I'm Different ()

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Original language:

English (ENG)

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Uk Version

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Funk Queen Betty Davis changed the landscape for female artists in America. She "was the first..." as former husband Miles Davis said. "Madonna before Madonna, Prince before Prince". An aspiring songwriter from a small steel town, Betty arrived on the 70's scene to break boundaries for women with her daring personality, iconic fashion and outrageous funk music. She befriended Jimi Hendrix and Sly Stone, wrote songs for the Chambers Brothers and the Commodores, and married Miles - startlingly turning him from jazz to funk on the album she named "Bitches Brew". She then, despite being banned and boycotted, went on to become the first black woman to perform, write and manage herself. Betty was a feminist pioneer, inspiring and intimidating in a manner like no woman before. Then suddenly - she vanished. Creatively blending documentary and animation this movie traces the path of Betty's life, how she grew from humble upbringings to become a fully self-realized black female pioneer the world failed to understand or appreciate. After years of trying, the elusive Betty, forever the free-spirited Black Power Goddess, finally allowed the filmmakers to creatively tell her story based on their conversations.

Bonus Features: Director interview Interview extract with Betty Davis

"Betty: They Say I'm Different" is a captivating documentary available in DVD format from the renowned distributor Mvd. This film delves into the extraordinary life and career of Betty Davis, an iconic funk singer whose bold style and unapologetic artistry revolutionized music in the 1970s. The documentary traces her journey from model to muse to groundbreaking musician, highlighting her influence on artists like Miles Davis (her former husband), Prince, and Madonna. Directed by Phil Cox, known for his insightful storytelling in films such as "The Bengali Detective," this work features rare interviews with Betty herself alongside commentary from musicians and industry legends who witnessed her impact firsthand. Mvd Entertainment Group is celebrated for its commitment to bringing unique music documentaries and classic performances to audiences worldwide, ensuring that pivotal stories like Betty's reach new generations. Key participants include Oliver Murray (editor) and Mike Coles (producer), both acclaimed for their contributions to award-winning documentaries about musical legends.

Manufacturer No.:

MVD3032D

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