Lou Adler
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Biography: From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Lou Adler (born December 13, 1933) is an American record producer, manager, and director. Description above from the Wikipedia article Lou Adler, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Department: Production
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Adult: No
Birthday: December 13, 1933
Age: 91 years old
Gender: Male
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AKA Tommy Chong
Overview: Documentary about Tommy Chong's federal prosecution under the Bush administration for selling bongs over the Internet.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-06-14
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Herb Alpert Is...
Overview: From the success of Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass, through the founding of A&M Records, to giving away more than $150 million to arts and education programs across the country, we’ll witness the humanity and the humility inherent in everything he does, as well as come to understand the power of creativity to entertain, inspire, heal and transform.
Genres: Documentary Music History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-02
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The Wrecking Crew
Overview: A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew." a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Bing Crosby.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-03-11
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20 Feet from Stardom
Overview: Backup singers live in a world that lies just beyond the spotlight. Their voices bring harmony to the biggest bands in popular music, but we've had no idea who these singers are or what lives they lead, until now.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-06-14
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Sam Cooke: Legend
Overview: Singer, songwriter, business man, family man, civil rights activist: Sam Cooke transcends all barriers of race, faith and talent. This first-ever biography of the definitive soul singer looks at his extraordinary career and personal life - from his gospel-singing roots through his R&B and pop music career.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-06-17
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Jan & Dean: The Other Beach Boys
Overview: An in-depth look at the tumultuous career of Jan & Dean.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-07-12
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Immediate Family
Overview: If you listen to 1970s pop music, you’ve undoubtedly heard these guys play, but do you know their names? This documentary highlights five talented men—Danny, Leland, Rus, Waddy, and Steve— who shunned the spotlight for themselves yet enjoyed decades of success as session musicians on iconic tracks. Interviewees include their collaborators James Taylor, Don Henley, Lyle Lovett, Jackson Browne, Phil Collins, Carole King, Stevie Nicks, Keith Richards, Steve Jordan, and dozens more who take us behind the scenes on the songs that shaped an era.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-30
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Carole King: Natural Woman
Overview: Weaving previously unseen and rare performances and home movies with a new, exclusive interview with King, American Masters – Carole King: Natural Woman delves into her life and career. New interviews with friends and colleagues, including fellow songwriters Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, Tapestry producer Lou Adler, drummer Russ Kunkel, guitarist Danny “Kootch” Kortchmar, daughter and manager Sherry Goffin Kondor, lyricists Toni Stern and Carole Bayer Sager, and former manager Peter Asher, complete the biographical tapestry.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-02-19
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Meat Loaf: In and Out of Hell
Overview: Documentary featuring an intimate profile of American rock legend Meat Loaf, spanning from his childhood of domestic violence, through a decade of rejection by record companies to global fame, bust-ups and a major comeback.
Genres: TV Movie Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-01-09
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Adam Sandler: Love You
Overview: Adam Sandler hits the stage for a thrillingly unpredictable comedy special featuring songs, jokes, party-crashing dogs, and plenty of love.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-08-26
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California Dreamin': The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas
Overview: This special celebrates the harmonious pop-rock group, blending full-performance clips, rare home movies and exclusive interviews with the members.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-03-28
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Echo in the Canyon
Overview: A look at the roots of the historic music scene in L.A.'s Laurel Canyon featuring the music of iconic music groups such as The Byrds, The Beach Boys, Buffalo Springfield, and The Mamas and the Papas.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-05-24
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The Rocky Horror Double Feature Video Show
Overview: This short documentary, produced in celebration of the 20th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, features interviews (most previously available elsewhere) with all the usual suspects involved in the making of the cult film.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-08-14
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Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'
Overview: An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guitarist of the twentieth century: his humble beginnings in Seattle, his time in New York, his rise to fame in swinging London… Live fast, love hard, die young.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-04
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You've Got A Friend: The Carole King Story
Overview: Documentary telling, in her own words, the story of Carole King's upbringing in Brooklyn and the subsequent success that she had.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-06-06
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The Rocky Horror Phenomenon
Overview: What is the secret behind the success of "Rocky Horror"? Is it the music? The actors? The comedy? It's certainly not the Special Effects. "Rocky Horror" has been around for more than 40 years, and still continues to be successful in the movie theaters as well as on stage. This documentary is highlighting the history of "Rocky Horror", which started off as a two-page script written in crayons, and ended up with two movies, tons of merchandise, millions of fans and world touring shows, grossing more than $500 million in revenue.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-10-28
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The Making of Ladies and Gentlemen, Fabulous Stains
Overview: A documentary look at the 'making of' and cult success of the troubled Lou Adler directed film "Ladies And Gentlemen The Fabulous Stains" starring Diane Lane.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-05-24
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Cheech & Chong's Last Movie
Overview: Exploring their 5-decade career performing stand-up, making records, and starring in hit films. It covers their lives, comedy partnership, and lasting influence on pop culture.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-04-25
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