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Sam Cooke: Crossing Over

201054mJohn Antonelli

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In 1958, when Sam Cooke crossed over from gospel to popular music, he ran the risk of alienating his gospel fans by embracing "the devil's music." Instead, he set in motion a chain of events that altered the course of popular music and race relations in America.

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What is Sam Cooke: Crossing Over (2010) about?

In 1958, when Sam Cooke crossed over from gospel to popular music, he ran the risk of alienating his gospel fans by embracing "the devil's music." Instead, he set in motion a chain of events that altered the course of popular music and race relations in America.

Who stars in Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?

Sam Cooke: Crossing Over stars Sam Cooke (Self (archive footage)), Danny Glover (Narrator (voice)). The film was directed by John Antonelli.

How long is Sam Cooke: Crossing Over?

Sam Cooke: Crossing Over has a runtime of 54 min and premiered in 2010.

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