The Temptations
The story of a dream come true and the struggle to keep that dream alive.
1998 · 2h 55m · N/A
Drama, Music
Directed by
Allan Arkush
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The Temptations
Overview
The true story of The Temptations, the Soul vocal group of the 1960s, as seen from the viewpoint of the last surviving member, Otis Williams. Beginning from their humble origins in the late 50s and continuing through the 90s and the deaths of the other 4 members.
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