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Andre 3000's Hendrix movie hopes dashed

30th November -0001

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Outkast star Andre 3000's hopes of making a movie based on the life of Jimi Hendrix have been crushed after Hendrix's estate refused to allow his music to be used in the film. The flamboyant singer - real name Andre Benjamin - was desperate to make a big-screen adaptation of the late rocker's life using his classic tunes for the movie's soundtrack. However, when Andre and the movie's producers approached the estate, they were told Hendrix's legendary music - including classic tracks such as 'Purple Haze' and 'Foxy Lady' - was not allowed to feature in the film in any capacity.

The surprising decision could now mean the movie never sees the light of day, despite the best efforts of producers to try and obtain the rights to Hendrix's back catalogue. Andre said: "I can go and make a Hendrix film right now but I cannot use any Hendrix songs in the film." The 'Hey Ya' singer also revealed a host of top Hollywood actors have all tried in the past to make a biopic on the legendary guitarist's life but all have been unsuccessful. He added: "I've heard that Will Smith wanted to do a film at one time, and Laurence Fishburne. Eddie Murphy had wanted to do it at the beginning of his career. There's been a lot of scripts to try and make it happen."

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by the liz king89 23rd Apr 2008 01:55

that pretty dumb man why wont you let the immortal guitar player live on through the big screen it could create a bigger fan base
by Sean Hudson 08th Jan 2009 01:21

Ive been a fan of hendrix since i was a kid and those agents of hendrix's are dumb for not letting the tracks be used. The movie would rake in millions, book someone an oscar most likel... Read More
by Tanner 26th Mar 2009 01:34

I've been doing a term paper on JImis life and I've learned to love his music and him even more. I think making people know about his life would make the world appreciate more of his mu... Read More
by joey johnson 23rd Apr 2009 17:34

i saw a commercial for this movie about a year ago and i got all siked cause im a big fan of hendrix and then i stopped seeing ads for the movie, i got concerned and looked at this art... Read More
by edroc 15th Jul 2010 07:01

I think andre 3000 makes a great hendrix. He looks like him has that jimi style. and makes music. come on get this movie made. Please for hendrix and all the fans! and all the new fans ... Read More
by Zulf 21st Nov 2010 01:08

If they ever were to create this movie, Leandro Firmino (from City of God) should play the part of Jimi in my opinion (given he speaks fluent english that is, I'm not sure). He's the cl... Read More