Big Mama Thornton: I Can't Be Anyone But Me

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Big Mama Thornton: I Can't Be Anyone But Me

This fascinating documentary profiles Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, a blues powerhouse who shook American music to its core. Towering in voice and presence, she made “Hound Dog” a #1 hit before Elvis ever sang it, and her ferocious “Ball & Chain” launched Janis Joplin’s career. Defying gender norms in jeans, boots, and cowboy hat, Big Mama captivated audiences with raw energy, humor, and soul. From Alabama juke joints to European festivals, she lived hard, sang harder, and left an indelible mark on rock, R&B, and the blues.
Runtime
88
Language
English
Director
Robert Clem
Cast
Big Mama Thornton
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Note: There were no showtimes for Mon, May 11th, so instead we're showing you showtimes for the next available date on Thu, May 14th.
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