Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke (2014)

"Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke" (2014) is a haunting exploration into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the untimely demise of Sam Cooke, an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur who was a towering figure in the world of music. On a fateful night, December 11, 1964, the soulful voice of Sam Cooke was silenced forever in the eerie silence of the Hacienda Motel, located at 9137 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, California. Cooke, just 33 at the time of his death, was discovered by the police, his body clad only in a sports jacket and shoes, a chilling testament to the shocking violence that had occurred. The motel's manager, Bertha Franklin, claimed she had shot Cooke in self-defense when he supposedly broke into her office residence and assaulted her. However, this narrative was immediately challenged and disputed by those who knew Cooke. The film delves into the intricate web of contradictions, casting a spotlight on the chilling gunshot wound to Cooke's chest that had pierced his heart, raising more questions than answers about the final moments of this legendary artist. This riveting documentary draws you into the tense atmosphere of that tragic night, unraveling the enigma that is the life and death of Sam Cooke, leaving viewers questioning the truths they thought they knew.

Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke is a documentary movie featuring Sam Cooke.

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