The Black Godfather

I was hooked within minutes of watching. I'm convinced the most interesting man in the world is really Clarence Avant.

I want to start by saying that I don't really care for documentaries unless the subject matter is something I care deeply about. That being said, I've never had a deep love for the entertainment industry. I almost skipped over this, but something about the trailer made me decide to give it a chance. Within minutes, I was hooked not only on the style of this particular documentary, but on Clarence Avant and his personality. I fell in love with the man over the course of the film, and I wish I could meet him.

A lot of the anecdotes that are told throughout the film are both funny and heart-warming. This man did so much for so many people, and touched so many lives in the process. If you're on the fence about watching this, give it a chance. I'm not saying you're going to love it, because I don't know you. But give it a chance.

As far as documentaries go, this is simply a gem. Inspiring, entertaining, funny, thoughtful and very well made. It shines light on a real positive side of Hollywood and the music business that is rarely talked about... people connecting people, not for financial gain, but for art.

This film has some excellent interviews with some of the most influential figures of the 20th and 21st century. I doubt that Reggie (the director) considers him a national treasure... but he is.

I recommend this documentary to everyone on earth.

I had never heard of him until I saw the movie. Great character. Biography of a man that brought me to tears.

"The Black Godfather" is off the wall. An incredible and informative film that will surprise you and make you wish you could have a friend like Clarence Avant.

In this documentary, follow the life of Clarence Avant; the ultimate mentor behind-the-scenes of the music, film, and TV industries and politics.

Uncensored and uninterrupted, "The Black Godfather" digs deep into the life of a man not many people know of. This film talks about the struggles he faced and the successes that came after deliberately never giving up. Avant is admired by all the people you look up to. He's the rock and mentor to many of those people. Overall, a fascinating doc that everyone should see.

Stream it now on Netflix.