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Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned It

dir. Paris Barclay / Fiction / 90 min / English

Billy Preston: That's The Way God Planned ItBilly Preston: That's The Way God Planned It

Mega-talented keyboardist and songwriter Billy Preston was often referred to as “the best musician in the room.” Stylistically influenced by the Black church, Preston’s illustrious career includes collaborations with Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Elton John, the Beatles, and more. A private man who turned to drugs to dull the pain of personal trauma, his poignant story unfolds through insights from Billy Porter, Eric Clapton, and Ringo Starr, complemented by rare footage and an original score by Robert Glasper. – Karen McMullen

CountryUSA
DirectorParis Barclay
ProducersStephanie Allain
 Jeanne Elfant Festa
 Nigel Sinclair
 Cheo Hodari Coker
CastRingo Starr
 Eric Clapton
 Billy Porter
 Gloria Jones
MusicVarious
CinematographyErnesto Lomeli, Carmen Delaney, Jerry Henry
EditorScott D. Hanson

Screenings

Friday, 31 August 18:00

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Thursday August 28 —

Sunday August 31

2025


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