SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
2025, English. Directed by Questlove.
A Questlove Jawn
An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone – the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone – that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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- Released
- 23 January 2025
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
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SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius): quick answers
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How long is SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
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SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) on?
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?
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Who directed SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) (2025) was directed by Questlove and stars Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton.