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Lightning in a Bottle (2004)

Movie ★ 7.6 103 min

Music Documentary

On February 7th, 2003, renowned artists across multiple music genres and generations commandeered the stage at New York City's Radio City Music Hall to pay tribute to their common heritage and passion - the blues. Shared with thousands of fans in attendance, legendary performers from roots, rock, jazz and rap joined forces for a once-in-a-lifetime "Salute To The Blues" benefit concert whose proceeds went to musical education.

Antoine Fuqua Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 12, 2004
Runtime
103 min
IMDb
tt0396705
Country
United States
Studio
Vulcan Productions, Jigsaw Productions

Cast

Gregg Allman Gregg Allman Self Solomon Burke Solomon Burke Self Bill Cosby Bill Cosby Self Chuck D Chuck D Self Buddy Guy Buddy Guy Self Levon Helm Levon Helm Self B.B. King B.B. King Self Bonnie Raitt Bonnie Raitt Self Mavis Staples Mavis Staples Self Hubert Sumlin Self Natalie Cole Natalie Cole Self John Fogerty John Fogerty Self Dr. John Dr. John Self David Johansen David Johansen Self Lazy Lester Self Martin Scorsese Martin Scorsese Self (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lightning in a Bottle about?
On February 7th, 2003, renowned artists across multiple music genres and generations commandeered the stage at New York City's Radio City Music Hall to pay tribute to their common heritage and passion - the blues. Shared with thousands of fans in attendance, legendary performers from roots, rock, jazz and rap joined forces for a once-in-a-lifetime "Salute To The Blues" benefit concert whose proceeds went to musical education.
Who directed Lightning in a Bottle?
Lightning in a Bottle was directed by Antoine Fuqua.
Who stars in Lightning in a Bottle?
Lightning in a Bottle stars Gregg Allman, Solomon Burke, Bill Cosby, Chuck D.
When was Lightning in a Bottle released?
Lightning in a Bottle is a 2004 music, documentary film.
Where can I watch Lightning in a Bottle?
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