Take Me to the River (2014)

Venture on a soulful journey through the heart of American music in "Take Me to the River," a captivating documentary that bridges generations of award-winning Memphis and Mississippi Delta musicians. This film intimately follows the creative process of recording an epoch-making new album, an endeavor that breathes life into the utopian vision of racial, gender, and generational collaboration that defined Memphis in its golden era. Featuring an eclectic mix of artists, from established legends like Terrence Howard, William Bell, and Mavis Staples to contemporary stars and rising talents such as Snoop Dogg, Yo Gotti, and Lil P-Nut, the film is a vibrant tapestry of musical heritage. The soulful wisdom of Stax Records' veterans and Memphis' luminaries is passed down to the artists of today, fostering a mentorship that echoes with the timeless resonance of melodies, rhythms, and lyrics. Witness the magic unfold as the film brings together the old and new, the past and the present, to craft an album that not only pays homage to its roots but also reimagines the future of music. From the raw power of Bobby "Blue" Bland and Otis Clay, the bluesy drawl of Charlie Musselwhite and Bobby Rush, to the gritty rhymes of Frayser Boy and the rock-infused beats of The North Mississippi All-Stars, "Take Me to the River" is a symphony of stories, a harmony of voices, and a testament to the enduring soul of American music.

Take Me to the River is a documentary movie featuring Terrence Howard and directed by Martin Shore.

Take Me to the River is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Crackle, Freevee, Peacock, Peacock Premium, Plex, Plex Player, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, Tubi TV and VUDU Free and it's also available on fuboTV.

It is also possible to buy Take Me to the River on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube or rent it on Apple TV.