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Sugar Man: The Life, Death And Resurrection Of Sixto Rodriguez
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Like Many South Africans In The Seventies And Eighties, Stephen Sugar Segerman And Craig Bartholomew Strydom Were Obsessed With The Music Of Rodriguez, But The Man Himself Was A Mystery. Only His Name Was Known, And The Fact That He Had Killed Himself On Stage. After Years Of Searching In A Preinternet Age, The Two Men Found The Singer Living In Seclusion In Detroit. Remarkably, The Bluecollar Worker Had No Idea That He Had Been Famous For Over Twentyfive Years In This Remote Pariah Of The World.In 2006, Swedish Filmmaker Malik Bendjelloul Set Out To Find The Best Story On Earth And Stumbled On This Remarkable Tale In The Guardian Newspaper. He Tracked Down Segerman And Strydom, And So Began His Fouryear Long Quest To Make The Oscarwinning Documentary, Searching For Sugar Man. Sugar Man: The Life, Death And Resurrection Of Sixto Rodriguez Outlines Three Separate Journeys And The Obstacles And Triumphs That Each Presented: Rodriguezs Struggle To Make A Life From Music; The Odyssey Of Two Fans To Find Out What Had Happened To Their Hero; And Bendjellouls Pursuit To Bring The Story To Celluloid. The Book Is Packed With Information Not Included In The Film, About Rodriguezs Background, Relationships And Political Activities, His Tours To Australia, And The Recognition That Has Finally Come To Him After The Films Success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Sugar Man: The Life, Death and Resurrection of Sixto Rodriguez'? A: The book explores the life of Sixto Rodriguez, a musician who was famously unknown in America but became a cultural icon in South Africa. It details Rodriguez's struggles, the quest of two fans to find him, and the making of the Oscar-winning documentary 'Searching for Sugar Man'.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: 'Sugar Man' is authored by Stephen 'Sugar' Segerman and Craig Bartholomew Strydom, who both played significant roles in uncovering Rodriguez's story.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 296 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Sugar Man' was published on July 27, 2016.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: This title is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is there any additional information in the book that is not included in the documentary? A: Yes, the book contains extensive information about Rodriguez's background, personal relationships, political activities, and his tours, which are not covered in the documentary.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under the genre of Music.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers who are not familiar with Rodriguez's music? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Rodriguez's life and music, making it accessible for readers who may not be familiar with his work.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Sugar Man'? A: The book explores themes of fame, identity, perseverance, and the impact of music on culture, as well as the personal journeys of the fans and the filmmaker.
- Q: Can I find this book in libraries or bookstores? A: Yes, 'Sugar Man' is widely available in libraries and bookstores, as well as online retailers.