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Deep Dive: Still Bill (2010)

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Still Bill
Still Bill is a documentary film about musician Bill Withers, detailing his life from his upbringing in West Virginia to his service in the United States Navy and his successful music career. The film captures Withers' transition from a chart-topping artist who retired in 1985 to a family man who finds contentment in everyday life. The film features interviews with various figures, including Jim Brown, Sting, and Cornell West, who discuss Withers' impact on music and culture. It presents a personal narrative that emphasizes Withers' philosophy on life, focusing on themes of love, family, and enjoying life's moments.

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.

Perfect For

Bill Withers fansMusic documentary loversFans of personal stories