In an interview with Christian Headlines, Respect director Liesl Tommy notes that the new biopic movie does not gloss over the many trials in Aretha Franklin's life and also showcases the role her Christian faith played in her journey.
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Respect Will Spotlight Aretha Franklin's Faith, Director Says: Her Career 'Started' and 'Finished with the Church'
The new film Respect highlights the faith and life of the late "queen of soul", Aretha Franklin.
Aretha Franklin's Family Claims They Were Shut out from Working on New Series about the Late Singer
Members of Aretha Franklin's family have recently begun speaking out against an upcoming series about the late singer's life. The family was reportedly not enlisted to provide insight on the project.
National Geographic to Premiere New Show Based on Aretha Franklin's Life, Faith, Gospel Roots
National Geography will be premiering a new show in March that tells the story of the late R&B icon Aretha Franklin.
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