Aretha: Soul, Song, Respect (2018)

The day of the death of musical and cultural legend Aretha Franklin, this special edition of 20/20 reflects on the life and legacy of the Queen of Soul who had an iconic six-decade career spanning an array of musical genres. The hour gives an in-depth look at Franklin's memorable career and the impact that she had on millions of people around the world. This special features footage of the star from the ABC News archives, including Diane Sawyer's trip with Franklin to her hometown of Detroit in 2000 and a never-before-seen video of Franklin on tour. The hour also features interviews with Harvey Mason Jr., who is making a biopic of Franklin starring actress Jennifer Hudson; and legendary director John Landis, who cast Franklin in "The Blues Brothers."

Product Details

Actors:  Aretha Franklin, Jennifer Hudson, John Landis

Writers:  N/A

Producers:  N/A

Format: Multiple Formats, Commercial Free, Wide Screen

Language: English

Region: 0 (Worldwide)

Aspect Ratio:  Blu-ray Format - 1.78:1 (16:9 HD-High Definition 720p)/DVD Format - 1.78:1 (16:9 SD-Standard Definition 480p)

Color:  Color (HD) Black and White (Archive Footage)

Runtime:  1 Hour (60 min) (USA)

Sound Mix:  5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound

Number of discs: 1

Rated:  NR (Not Rated) This film/documentary has not yet been rated by the MPAA.

Studio:  ABC

Release Date:  August 16, 2018

PLEASE NOTE:  This is a PROMOTIONAL DISC that was originally intended for members of the press, theater and media for private screening purposes and therefore MAY include broadcast station watermark or other pertinent pop-up/scrolling station information pertaining to the actual broadcast station program was originally intended to be shown on. 

This product was added to our catalog on Monday, July 20, 2018