Review of 20 Feet from Stardom (2013) by Wu C — 09 Feb 2014

Interesting doc on background singers and their importance in musical history.

This review of 20 Feet from Stardom (2013) was written by Wu C on 09 Feb 2014.

20 Feet from Stardom has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Jocey D (500) on 11 Oct 2015

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By Harlee M (4) on 08 Jun 2015

This was an education. These women have enriched my life without credit, thanks or thought. Thank you for the music…

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