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Cast

Gaye Adegbalola

Gaye Adegbalola

Self

Andra Faye

Andra Faye

Self

Ann Rabson

Ann Rabson

Self

Bruce Iglauer

Bruce Iglauer

Self

Crew

Sarah Knight

Sarah Knight

Director

Barbara Ghammashi

Barbara Ghammashi

Producer

Sarah Knight

Sarah Knight

Producer

Brian C. Glover

Brian C. Glover

Cinematography

Lanya Fent

Lanya Fent

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Chet Leonard

Chet Leonard

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Hot Flash

20090.0 / 1041 min
Documentary

Overview

The inspiring story of award-winning band Saffire - The Uppity Blues Women -- how they left their day jobs in mid-life and realized their dreams. With their potent combination of sassy lyrics and fierce playing styles, the trio Ann Rabson, Gaye Adegbalola, and Andra Faye have entertained audiences for over 25 years. HOT FLASH chronicles how the trio overcame personal struggles and industry stereotypes to emerge as one of the most well-known blues bands playing today. A true insider's look into the band featuring original footage and photographs from the band's personal collection, interviews with current and former band members, as well as with record company executives and music critics, and concert footage of their performance at the historic Ram's Head in Maryland and the Wolf Trap in Virgina.