Overview

A short documentary about the Disco legend Sylvester. Sylvester James began as a child gospel singer and sashayed past barriers of race and sexual identity to become the definitive anthemist of disco and dance soul. With a vibrant falsetto and genderbending persona, he redefined what it means - on stage and in life - to be "mighty real." This documentary will restore to the spotlight a pivotal performer whose music defined an era and whose influence is still felt by dozens of current vocalists.

Cast

Sylvester, Martha Wash, RuPaul, Patti LaBelle, John Waters, Fayette Hauser, Jim Fouratt, Peter Mintun

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What is "Sylvester: Mighty Real" about?

A short documentary about the Disco legend Sylvester. Sylvester James began as a child gospel singer and sashayed past barriers of race and sexual identity to become the definitive anthemist of disco and dance soul. With a vibrant falsetto and genderbending persona, he redefined what it means - on stage and in life - to be "mighty real." This documentary will restore to the spotlight a pivotal performer whose music defined an era and whose influence is still felt by dozens of current vocalists.

When was "Sylvester: Mighty Real" released?

Sylvester: Mighty Real was released in 2002.

Who stars in "Sylvester: Mighty Real"?

The cast includes Sylvester, Martha Wash, RuPaul, Patti LaBelle.

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