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Thunder Soul

2010-03-13 · 83 min · ★ 6.7

Documentary · Music

Jamie Foxx presents the inspiring true story of high school band leader Conrad O. Johnson, who transformed his ragtag jazz band students into a legendary funk powerhouse that took the nation by storm.

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Directors
Mark Landsman
Production companies
Snoot Entertainment
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Craig BaldwinCraig BaldwinHimself
Craig GreenHimself
Conrad O. Johnson Sr.Himself
Bruce MiddletonHimself
Gaila MitchellHerself
Reginald RollinsHimself
Jamie FoxxJamie FoxxHimself

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