rejoice and shout

95 MINUTES | DOCUMENTARY | 2010

Synopsis

Packed with evocative photos, rare audio recordings, stirring film appearances and TV programs, REJOICE & SHOUT covers the 200-year history of African-American Christianity. Years in the making, this film captures so much of what is special about this genre of music and about African-American Christianity – the sermonizing, the heartfelt testimonials, and of course, the inspiring music.

Credits

DIRECTOR: Don McGlynn

PRODUCER: Joe Lauro

FEATURING: Smokey Robinson, James Cleveland, Mahalia Jackson