6/10
Like most backup singers, good not great.
23 July 2013
Warning: Spoilers
At ninety one minutes it feels longer. While there is interesting archival footage the repeated talking head aspect from the top names in the music industry becomes tiresome. The message and plight of background singers message is not subtle. The movie stays in a mid range and lacks highs and lows.

Sting tells us to takes more then talent to reach star status. It was interesting to hear, not everyone wants the hassle that comes with stardom in the music industry. Phil Spector Is lucky he most likely won't see how he is depicted.

The archival footage is far superior to the "don't go to deep" interviews shot for the documentary. If you like music there is a enough here to enjoy. If you are expecting an in depth exposé of the industry it's twenty feet short.
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