About this movie
Between 1959 and 1975, Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee released international chart-topping hits from artists including Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Booker T. & the MG's, Rufus and Carla Thomas, the Staple Singers, Isaac Hayes, and even Richard Pryor and Jesse Jackson. Founded by a white conservative bank teller who played country fiddle music, Stax became the preeminent soul music label in America, and became identified with the civil rights movement of the 1960s and '70s. RESPECT YOURSELF documents the Stax label, its visionaries, and most of all, its music.
Quick facts
Year
2007
Runtime
2h 35m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 8.5/10
Votes
4
Genre
Music, Documentary
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$1.0M
Cast
soul music
music
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Questions about Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story
How long is Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story?
Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story has a runtime of 2h 35m (2 hours and 35 minutes).
Who directed Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story?
Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story was directed by Robert Gordon and released in 2007.
What genre is Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story?
Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story is a Music, Documentary film (2007).
Who stars in Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story?
The cast of Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story includes Samuel L. Jackson.
What is the TMDB rating for Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story?
Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story has a TMDB rating of 8.5/10 based on 4 votes.
