# Searching for Sugar Man (2012)

> A forgotten Detroit singer becomes the subject of a South African musical mystery when devoted fans investigate the fate of the artist they believe is dead.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/59883

## Facts

- Runtime: 85 min
- Genres: Music, Documentary
- Director: Malik Bendjelloul
- Cast: Stephen Segerman, Rodriguez, Regan Rodriguez, Eva Rodriguez, Mike Theodore, Dennis Coffey, Sandra Rodriguez-Kennedy, Clarence Avant
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2125608/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: mysterious, wistful, heartening, music film night, documentary night

## Synopsis

A heartwarming journey of rediscovery and unexpected fame awaits in this documentary.

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