Soul Men

20082008
K-13K-13
1h 40min

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

This is the theatrical trailer for Soul Men, directed by Malcolm Lee

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Though it's been about twenty years since they have spoken with one another, two estranged soul-singing legends agree to participate in a reunion performance at the Apollo Theater to honor t... Read allThough it's been about twenty years since they have spoken with one another, two estranged soul-singing legends agree to participate in a reunion performance at the Apollo Theater to honor their recently deceased band leader.Though it's been about twenty years since they have spoken with one another, two estranged soul-singing legends agree to participate in a reunion performance at the Apollo Theater to honor their recently deceased band leader.

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Awards
- 3 nominations

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Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

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Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson, Bernie Mac, and Sharon Leal in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson, Isaac Hayes, and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Isaac Hayes and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

Samuel L. Jackson and Bernie Mac in Soul Men (2008)

When R&B legend Marcus Hooks dies suddenly, VH-1 invites his original back up duo, Floyd Henderson and Louis Hinds, "The Real Deal," to appear at a memorial tribute at the Apollo Theater. Floyd, who's bored in retirement, wants this more than anything; Louis, a philosophical ex-con, does not. Plus, there's bad blood between them (Louis's wife Odetta left him to marry Floyd - then left Floyd). Floyd begs, Louis consents but won't fly, so they leave L.A. in Floyd's flashy Cadillac with five days to get to New York. On the road, they must get back their vocal chops, renew their friendship, and sort out the past. With Floyd's bad hip and Louis's bad kidneys, will they even make it? —<jhailey@hotmail.com>

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Taglines
- Out of sync. Never out of style.
Genres
Certificate
- K-13
Parents guide

Trivia
Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes died just one day apart. Mac died on August 9, 2008, and Hayes died on August 10.

Goofs
When Louis is in the Eldorado with Floyd, and they flash a silver .38 pistol. After they almost crash, the .38 is a black .22 pistol.

Quotes
Louis Hinds: [opens the door for Floyd to leave] get the fuck out.
Floyd Henderson: Well, I guess you don't give a fuck about the money then, huh?
Louis Hinds: What money? It's a funeral! Don't nobody get paid to sing at no damn funeral!
[suddenly looks at Louis and raises his eyebrows]
Louis Hinds: How much?
Floyd Henderson: Forty grand.
Louis Hinds: [closes the door] Apiece?
Floyd Henderson: No, down the middle.
Louis Hinds: No, no, no, no, no, no, no, NO. That ain't even enough.
Floyd Henderson: The fuck you mean "that's not enough", man?
Louis Hinds: I got a lifestyle to maintain here!
Floyd Henderson: What kinda lifestyle, man? You filthy motherfucker! You got a pantry full of dogfood, but I don't see no dog!
Louis Hinds: Dog under the bed, Nigga! You lucky he ain't attacked your ass when you came in!
Floyd Henderson: YOU THE DOG, MOTHERFUCKER!

Connections
Featured in Celebrated: Samuel L. Jackson (2015)

Soundtracks
Soul Music
Written by Frank Fitzpatrick
Performed by Anthony Hamilton
Produced by Scott Bomar
Anthony Hamilton appears courtesy of So So Def/Zomba Records

Top review

7/10

A nice film : R.I.P Bernie Mac

This film is somewhat a good film, it surprises me with nice jokes and good old school songs. By the way the voices in the songs are their own and may I add are good musical voices, original ones :D. I gave it 7 * mostly because of Bernie. S.L. Jackson played very well,tough as usual.Nevertheless a film to see with your family on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, a film about friendship,at least the last part :P, friends sometimes find them hating each other,for different reasons, but love finally conquers all, doesn't it ?????. Cool ending! I recommend this movie for the people who don't expect the terrible laugh of another tipical comedy.P.S. Rest in peace Bernie!Loved your films, your are one of the Kings of Comedy

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cosmyin2004
Jan 26, 2009

Release date
- November 7, 2008 (United States)
Country of origin
- United States
Language
- English
Also known as
- Cool Men
Filming locations
- Louisiana, USA
Production companies
- Dimension Films
- Friendly Films (II)
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Gross US & Canada
- $12,082,391
Opening weekend US & Canada
- $5,401,605
- Nov 9, 2008
Gross worldwide
- $12,331,637

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Runtime
- 1h 40min
Color
- Color
Sound mix
Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1

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