Searching For Sugar Man

2012 • 86 minutes
4.6
549 reviews
95%
Tomatometer
PG-13
Rating
Eligible
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Searching for Sugar Man tells the incredible true story of Rodriguez, the greatest '70s rock icon who never was. After being discovered in a Detroit bar, Rodriguez's sound struck 2 renowned producers and they signed a recording deal. But when the album bombed, the singer disappeared into obscurity. A bootleg recording found its way into apartheid South Africa and over the next two decades, he became a phenomenon. The film follows the story of two South African fans who set out to find out what really happened to their hero. 2012 Canfield Pictures AB. All Rights Reserved.
Rating
PG-13

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4.6
549 reviews
David Lemley
March 5, 2013
I've been listening to Rodriguez since I discovered Sugar Man on an old vinyl I found at a garage sale when I was 11 (20 years ago). If it werent for that, I would have thought this whole situation to be a hoax. Already own the physical DVD, so I wont pay for it via Google. Great film.
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Devon Kodger
March 3, 2013
After watching this fairly unique documentary that doesn't treat the audience like a 4 year-old, I was sold. I bought both albums and have thus far enjoyed them immensely. Watch this film if you are a fan of music.
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Eric Richardson
May 17, 2022
I can't believe he was so famous in South Africa. Great story about great music. Rodriguez and his music were ahead of their time. A really humble man that some one took advantage of. Looking at you Clarence Avant.
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