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Questlove on Earth, Wind & Fire Doc, Prince Film Hesitation

Created at 5 Jun · 8:24 PM1 source
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Questlove discusses his new Earth, Wind & Fire documentary, "to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World," and explains why he is unlikely to make a Prince film. He has previously directed documentaries like "Summer of Soul."

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Who's Involved

Questlove
Director of "Earth, Wind & Fire (to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)"
Earth, Wind & Fire
Subject of Questlove's new documentary
Questlove on Earth, Wind & Fire Doc, Prince Film Hesitation

↳ Why This Matters

Questlove's directorial work offers unique insights into music history and legendary artists, with his latest film focusing on Earth, Wind & Fire and his stated reluctance to tackle a Prince biopic potentially shaping future music documentaries.

Key facts

  • Questlove's new documentary "Earth, Wind & Fire (to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)" premieres on HBO.
  • Questlove is hesitant to make a film about Prince.
  • Questlove previously directed the Oscar- and Grammy-winning documentary "Summer of Soul."

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, leader of The Roots and director of documentaries such as the Oscar- and Grammy-winning "Summer of Soul," is releasing his latest film, "Earth, Wind & Fire (to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)," on HBO Sunday night. The documentary explores the iconic band. In discussions about his filmmaking career, Questlove expressed that he will "probably never" make a film about Prince, despite his previous success with music documentaries.

Frequently asked questions

Questlove's new documentary is titled "Earth, Wind & Fire (to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)" and focuses on the iconic band.

Questlove stated that he will "probably never" make a film about Prince.

Questlove previously directed the Oscar- and Grammy-winning "Summer of Soul," as well as "Sly Lives" and "Ladies and Gentlemen, 50 Years of Saturday Night Live Music."

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01"Earth, Wind & Fire (to Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)" premieres on HBO.

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5 Jun · 8:06 PM
Questlove discusses his new Earth, Wind & Fire documentary, his past projects, and why he's unlikely to direct a Prince film.
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Questlove on Earth, Wind & Fire Documentary, Why He'll Probably Never Make a Prince Film, and What's Coming Nextm.piqsuite.com

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