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Scenes from 'Cadillac Records'

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By · Updated October 29, 2020
01
It’s Showtime

“Cadillac Records” is based on the real-life story of Leonard Chess and the legends who comprised his music label, Chess Records.

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02
Who’s The Boss?

Howlin’ Wolf (Eamonn Walker) soon eyes Muddy’s position as the label’s top dog.

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03
The Firecracker

Walter’s temper was as overpowering as his talent. Short said playing the character was as close as he may get to playing his ideal role-Tupac Shakur.

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04
Sound Check

Chess Records bass player and songwriter Willie Dixon (Cedric the Entertainer) discusses the label’s sound with Chess (Adrien Brody) and Waters (Wright).

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05
Sing For Me

James(Knowles) performs for the first time for Chess.

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06
Lady Sings the Blues

Etta James, played by Beyoncé Knowles, gained much success in music, but learned she couldn’t outrun the pain of her past.

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Perfect Harmony

Harmonica player Little Walter (Columbus Short), center, jams with mentor Muddy Waters (Jeffrey Wright), right. The role was a dream come true for Short.

“If you had asked me five years ago the one actor I wanted to work with, I would say Jeffrey Wright,” he says. “How close we became is a testament to what we can manifest if we believe.”

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08
Bulls-eye

Etta gives it her best shot on the pool table as she discusses signing to Chess Records.

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09
By Your Side

Gabrielle Union plays Geneva, Muddy Waters’s devoted wife in the film.

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10
First Impressions

Waters, left, is introduced to the label’s new act Howlin’ Wolf, played by Eamonn Walker.

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11
Rock-Star Status

The crowds of Black and White fans go wild when Chuck Berry (Mos Def) hits the stage.

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12
Facing Facts

James copes with the realities of life after hearing disappointing news on her family.

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13
Feel the Rhythm

Little Walter sings for the ladies while recording one of his hit songs.

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14
Cool Cat

Waters’s music inspires many rock ‘n’ roll legends who follow.

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15
At Last

Etta James makes history as her music crosses over the racial barrier.

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