#47: 20 Feet from Stardom (2013)

God I love this documentary. It amazes me sometimes how many stories there are out there that have yet to be told, really interesting stories. This is one (really several). The untold true story of the backup singers that are behind some of the greatest hooks in popular music. These mostly black women should be stars on their own. They most certainly have the talent. But as they explain in this beautiful film, sometimes talent is not enough. There are many variables that factor into becoming a successful singer. I have no idea why people like Merry Clayton and Darlene Love are not famous. It's a travesty really. I'm happy that they were given their props in this film though.