Sylvester: Mighty Real

Overview

A short documentary about the Disco legend Sylvester. Sylvester James began as a child gospel singer and sashayed past barriers of race and sexual identity to become the definitive anthemist of disco and dance soul. With a vibrant falsetto and genderbending persona, he redefined what it means - on stage and in life - to be "mighty real." This documentary will restore to the spotlight a pivotal performer whose music defined an era and whose influence is still felt by dozens of current vocalists.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

August 27, 2002

Original language

English

Cast

Tony Elite,Terri Hinte,Patti LaBelle,RuPaul,Sylvester,Gilbert Baker,Izora Rhodes-Armstead,Jeanie Tracy,John Waters,Martha Washand 8 more

Director

Tim Smyth

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0413336