FILMTFThe Five Heartbeats1991
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The Five Heartbeats
Music film with a runtime of 121 minutes, released in 1991. Presented in English.
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This tuneful drama looks back upon the career of a fictional rhythm & blues group and chronicles their rise and fall. Filmmaker Robert Townsend based much of his plot on the true stories and experiences from several popular '60s soul groups including the Temptations and the Dells.
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How long is The Five Heartbeats?
The Five Heartbeats runs for 2h 1m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under music, drama.
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