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Synopsis

Two filmmakers traveled across the United States in 1992, searching for the elusive soul singer Sly Stone.

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Why Watch

  • Follow Berkvens and Stokman in their search for Sly Stone.
  • Meet Sly Stone, a reclusive rock star from San Francisco.
  • Discover the influence of funk music on American culture.

Did You Know

  • In 1992, filmmakers traveled across the United States to find Sly Stone.
  • The film has a runtime of 48 minutes.
  • Sly Stone is known as a famous soul singer and rock star.

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Soul music fansFunk music enthusiastsDocumentary lovers
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Who are the filmmakers of Let Me Have It All?

The filmmakers are Jeroen Berkvens and Walter Stokman.

What year was Let Me Have It All released?

Let Me Have It All was released in 1993.

What is the main subject of the documentary?

The documentary follows the search for the famous soul singer Sly Stone.

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