An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone - the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone - that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.
Cast and Crew
Sly Stone
Self
André 3000
Self
George Clinton
Self
D'Angelo
Self
Vernon Reid
Self
Chaka Khan
Self
Nile Rodgers
Self
Rose Stone
Self
Jerry Martini
Self
Freddie Stone
Self
Greg Errico
Self
Cynthia Robinson
Self
Larry Graham
Self
Q-Tip
Self
Clive Davis
Self
James 'Jimmy Jam' Harris III
Self
Terry Lewis
Self
dream hampton
Self
Ruth Copeland
Self
Videos & Trailers
The American Flag
The Impact of 'Family Affair'
Sly's Drum Machine
Sundance Film Festival Moments
Official Trailer
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