Decades ago, the legendary James Brown sold his soul to the devil for fame and fortune. Now he wishes to renegotiate. Hired to take Mr. Brown to a rendezvous with the devil (Gary Oldman), ...
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Title: Beat the Devil (2002)
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| Clive Owen | ... | Driver | |
| Gary Oldman | ... | Devil | |
| James Brown | ... | Self (as Mr. James Brown) | |
| Marilyn Manson | ... | Self | |
| Danny Trejo | ... | Bob | |
| Tony Wilson | ... | Young James Brown | |
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Tomirae Brown | ... | Vegas Girl |
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Judge Bradley | ... | Crossroads Doorman |
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Decades ago, the legendary James Brown sold his soul to the devil for fame and fortune. Now he wishes to renegotiate. Hired to take Mr. Brown to a rendezvous with the devil (Gary Oldman), the driver soon finds himself entangled in fiendish plans. Written by Anonymous
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Written & Performed by James Brown
Courtesy of Universal Records
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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The race begins in the direction where the cars are driving past the Four Queens starting at the "F" and moving towards the "S". Later in the race as they pass the Four Queens, again, the are driving starting from the "S" and moving towards the "F". See more »Crazy Credits
BMW recommends that you always wear your seat belt. See more »Soundtracks
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag, Pts. 1 & 2Written & Performed by James Brown
Courtesy of Universal Records
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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21 November 2002 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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No matter what Gary Oldman does, he is simply the most exciting actor in the world to observe! And, not only is he marvelous as the devil in this little thriller - but he looks good enough to digest! This man can NEVER do anything wrong; Bravo to his making yet another movie HIS!