Review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) by David G — 11 Apr 2013
Pure documentary perfection. Best docu of 2012...in a year of many good ones. It's a story too incredible to be true - struggling musician in the early 70's releases 2 albums, but goes nowhere in America, but alas is a superstar in South Africa.
..and he didn't even know it. The film follows a couple of South African fans in the 90's searching for this illusive musician who legend had it shot himself or burned alive on stage. The discovery of Rodriguez's music, his life & those he inspired is tremendous, life-affirming & upbeat.
..the film plays like a mystery with an outcome more dramatic than any Hollywood film. "Crucify Your Mind" and "I Wonder" are added to my favourite songs of all time. As one poster puts it "American Zero.
..South African Hero" - here's a guy who is credited to ending the horrors of Apartheid thousands of miles away & he worked quietly in Detroit when the American music scene destroyed his dreams.
**** out of 4 stars - here's hoping Oscar Gold will fall this amazing docu!.
This review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) was written by David G on 11 Apr 2013.
Searching for Sugar Man has generally received very positive reviews.
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