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A 78-minute documentary features Bill Withers discussing his life from West Virginia roots to a successful music career and retirement in 1985.
“You know the music. Now meet the man.”
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A 78-minute documentary features Bill Withers discussing his life from West Virginia roots to a successful music career and retirement in 1985.
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Bill Withers grew up in Slab Fork, West Virginia, before serving in the United States Navy. He became a celebrated musician known for hits like "Lean on Me" and "Ain't No Sunshine." Still Bill features interviews with Withers, his family, and fellow artists such as Sting and Jim James. The film covers his reflections on his music career and life after retiring in 1985. It premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival in 2009 and runs for 78 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet Bill Withers, the man behind 'Lean on Me'.
- See candid moments with Sting and Cornell West.
- Find out why Withers retired from music in 1985.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the 2009 South by Southwest Film Festival.
- Bill Withers walked away from his music career in 1985.
- The film has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 6 reviews.
- Roger Ebert rated the film 3.5 out of 4 stars.
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What year did Still Bill premiere?
Still Bill premiered at the 2009 South by Southwest Film Festival.
Who directed the documentary Still Bill?
Still Bill was directed by Andrew Zuckerman.
What is the approval rating of Still Bill on Rotten Tomatoes?
Still Bill has an approval rating of 100% based on reviews from 6 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
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