Prince: A Purple Reign
Originally released in 2011. Prince: A Purple Reign is a documentary/music film. directed by Rhodri Huw. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Trevor Nelson, Prince, and Dez Dickerson
Synopsis
Part of BBC Four's Black Music Legends of the 1980s, this documentary explores how Prince - showman, artist, enigma - revolutionized the perception of black music in the 1980s with worldwide hits such as "1999," "Kiss," "Raspberry Beret" and "Alphabet Street." He became a global sensation with the release of the Oscar-winning, semi-autobiographical movie "Purple Rain" in 1984, embarking on an incredible journey of musical self-discovery that continues to this day.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 25, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
0h 59m
59 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prince: A Purple Reign about?
Part of BBC Four's Black Music Legends of the 1980s, this documentary explores how Prince - showman, artist, enigma - revolutionized the perception of black music in the 1980s with worldwide hits s...
Who directed Prince: A Purple Reign?
Prince: A Purple Reign was directed by Rhodri Huw.
How long is Prince: A Purple Reign?
Prince: A Purple Reign has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Prince: A Purple Reign released?
Prince: A Purple Reign was released on November 25, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Prince: A Purple Reign?
The main cast of Prince: A Purple Reign includes Trevor Nelson, Prince, Dez Dickerson, Alan Leeds, Chuck D.