New Image: Sam Jackson and Bernie Mac are 'Soul Men'
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I have an unfortunate knee-jerk reaction to the title Soul Men. Almost against my will, my mind is flung back to that 1986 C. Thomas Howell atrocity Soul Man, in which rich white kid Howell tried to pass himself off as black man to secure a scholarship. (Excuse me while I try to calm down the tremors shaking through my body.)
Happily for everybody, Malcolm D. Lee's Soul Men bears no relation to that earlier film. Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac star as two feuding back-up singers who reunite for a tribute concert. Jessica Barnes detailed the plot and gave us a look at the first picture from the production a few months ago, a back stage shot with Isaac Hayes, who is playing himself. Cinematical has received the great-looking image above, showing the Soul Men in performance.
Reportedly, Jackson and Mac are doing their own singing and, even though they're playing back-up singers, I'm hoping we get to hear them solo -- or duet. Jackson was mighty impressive as a blues guitar player and singer in Craig Brewer's Black Snake Moan, even if that movie is better remembered for Christina Ricci's naked display of her physical assets than Jackson's musical prowess. I can't remember Bernie Mac singing in any of his roles, but he's such a great stand-up presence that I can really see him excelling in this part.
Are you ready to watch Sam and Bernie as the new Soul Men when the film opens on November 14?
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
7-20-2008 @ 2:09PM
Hammer said...
Sam Jackson? Singing? I'm sold.
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7-20-2008 @ 2:46PM
stvnjhncndy said...
Apparently you've never seen 'Guess Who' in which Bernie Mac sings his vows to Aston Kucher. or something.
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7-20-2008 @ 4:55PM
portachking said...
In spite of some terrible choices made by Bernie Mac and his movie roles, I'm still excited to hear about his next project. Lets hope he can finally equal the brilliance of The Bernie Mac Show on the silver screen.
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7-22-2008 @ 8:17AM
Rosie Teal said...
So "Soul Men" bothered you to think the movie "Soul Man" ...try this one...SAM & DAVE, the legendary 60's soul duo who didn't speak to each other during their career when they won a Grammy as R & B Duo of the Year in 1967 for the song "Soul Man"...how about the odd coincidence that Bernie Mac looks very much like Dave and it's really a stretch that someone named Samuel is playing someone named Sam with a faux name...how about them apples??????????? Hope these guys understand and give respect and $$$$$$$$$ to the real guys, Sam & Dave otherwise it's a rip off, an insult and lots of other unpleasant things.
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8-04-2008 @ 6:15PM
Sheila Jones said...
Yes, I can't wait
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8-10-2008 @ 10:07AM
SWATS said...
This movie is going to be fabulous! In light of the recent passing of Bernie Mac, I think seeing him sing and dance will charm and warm the hearts of us all! I'm excited as well to see another movie directed by Malcolm D. Lee! He has a style that charms the viewers and brings laughter to the silver screen! Can't wait for November 14.
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8-10-2008 @ 2:54PM
Matthew said...
Does anyone know if they've finished filming? It's a shame to hear about Bernie passing away....
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8-10-2008 @ 5:50PM
valerie said...
Wow, Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes are now gone. Creepy isn't it??
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8-10-2008 @ 7:47PM
liz said...
very creepy..... I bet samuel Jackson is at the doctors as we type..lol
8-10-2008 @ 11:49PM
Gilda said...
I was at work when i heard about Bernie Mac'S passing and it made my day very sad because of his passing and because I watch the Bernie Mac show every morning before I go to work to make my day fun and happier thinking about the show that is so very true but funny. He wil be greatly missed by me and others. The show made me feel like I knew him personally.My thoughts and prayers to the family.
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