Everything: The Real Thing Story (2020)

Emerging from the gritty streets of Toxteth, dubbed as the 'black Beatles' by British media, the extraordinary journey of four lads from Liverpool unfolds in this riveting documentary, "Everything: The Real Thing Story". The Real Thing, Britain's pioneering soul and funk band, etched a unique testament of triumph and turmoil in the annals of music history. Shining bright against the dark curtain of prejudice and political upheaval in the 1970s, they broke barriers as the first all-black British band to ascend to the pinnacle of the UK pop charts with the universally adored hit 'You To Me Are Everything'. Their music set the world ablaze, igniting dance floors with chartbusters such as 'Can't Get By Without You', 'You'll Never Know What You're Missing', and 'Can You Feel the Force'. However, their proudest accomplishment was the creation of 'Children of the Ghetto', a powerful protest song that gave voice to the struggles of black immigrants in Britain, marking a bold, influential moment in music history. The film intricately explores the dualities of their success, shadowed by the grim realities of racism, drug addiction, and suicide. For the first time ever, original band members Eddy Amoo, Chris Amoo, and Dave Smith pull back the curtain and bare the unadulterated truth of their trailblazing five-decade-long career. Narrated by the captivating voice of actor Jacob Anderson, the documentary echoes with the band's most iconic performances and intimate interviews with the original members. After half a century together, The Real Thing's legacy continues to resonate, securing their place as the godfathers of black British music. This is their story, a testament to their enduring spirit, resilience, and the power of music to transcend boundaries.

Everything: The Real Thing Story is a documentary movie featuring David Essex.

Everything: The Real Thing Story is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV and it's also available on DIRECTV.