Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World)

Matt Roush says...

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s (Summer of Soul) loving documentary pays tribute to the shining stars of the influential R&B band, celebrating their legacy while exploring the evolution and ambitions of late founding member Maurice White, who declares in archival footage, “I wanted to reach a universal audience, to evolve consciousness through the music and change the world.” Mission accomplished, as artists including Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Michael Jackson responded to their dynamic inspiration. Wonder is among the celebrities singing the band’s praises, along with Lionel Richie, H.E.R., Flea, and former first couple Barack and Michelle Obama.

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