Idlewild Synopsis & Movie Info

Synopsis

The story of the loves and ambitions of two struggling performers is told through intricate musical numbers and vibrantly choreographed dance sequences in 'Idlewild,' an original musical starring multi-platinum and multi-Grammy winning OutKast members André Benjamin (André 3000) and Antwan Patton (Big Boi). Set against the backdrop of a 1930s southern speakeasy, Idlewild explores the lives of Percival (Benjamin), the club’s shy piano player, and Rooster (Patton), the club’s showy lead performer and manager. Idlewild synthesizes drama, music, cinema and style to bring the tale of struggling singers to life. It is the feature film-directing debut for Bryan Barber, the award-winning director and longtime OutKast music video collaborator, and includes dance sequences choreographed by legendary performer and three-time Tony winner Hinton Battle. -

Movie Info

Starring:
André Benjamin, Antwan Andre Patton, Paula Patton, Terrence Howard, Faizon Love, Malinda Williamsmore cast
Theatrical Release Date:
08/25/2006
DVD Release Date:
12/05/2006
Rating:
R
MPAA Reasons:
for violence, sexuality, nudity and language
Run Time:
90 min.
Distributor(s):
Universal
Production Co.:
Forensic Films
Director(s):
Bryan Barber
Genre(s):
Drama, Musicals
Themes:
Musician's Life, Criminal's Revenge
Tone:
Stylized, Nostalgic, Atmospheric, Bittersweet, Sentimental
Keywords:
gangster, speakeasy
Country of Origin:
USA
Language:
English
Status:
DVD

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