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The Makings of Curtis Mayfield (2025)
97 min | Documentary, Music

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The Makings of Curtis Mayfield (2025)

97 min | Documentary, Music

Grammy winner H.E.R. directs and stars in a musical journey through Curtis Mayfield's remarkable career, from his groundbreaking songwriting and guitar work to his iconic soundtracks, celebrating his lasting influence on modern artists.

Director

H.E.R.

Producers

Peter Afterman (producer) | Mari Keiko Gonzalez (producer) | Sarah Haber (producer)

Cinematographer

Jerry Henry (director of photography)

Editors

Mari Keiko Gonzalez | Naomi Park (Finishing Producer)

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Updated Mar 10, 2025

Release date

Mar 10, 2025 (United States)

Awards

1 nomination

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Cast	+ Add Cast
16 cast members

Name	Known for
Mary J. Blige Self Self See fewer	Mudbound (2017)
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Allen Hughes Self Self See fewer	Dead Presidents (1995)
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Maxwell Self Self See fewer	Life (I) (1999)
Cheaa Mayfield Self Self See fewer	Genius (2017)
Curtis Mayfield Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage) See fewer	Armageddon (1998)
Tom Morello Self Self See fewer	Real Steel (2011)
Nai Palm Self Self See fewer	Spicks and Specks (2005)
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Narada Michael Walden Self Self See fewer	Innerspace (1987)