‘Luther: Never Too Much’ doc trailer delves into Luther Vandross’ life and career

Luther Vandross was a once in a generation musical talent. A new documentary film is coming our way, honouring the star and chronicling his story. Luther: Never Too Much, directed and executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Dawn Porter, debuted at Sundance Film Festival last year and was aired on CNN on Sunday. Now, the film will be released in UK and Irish cinemas on Jan 30 for one night only, with a new trailer out today.

Vandross’ hits include the timeless bangers “Never Too Much,” “Dance with My Father,” “Here and Now,” “Power of Love/Love Power,” to name just a few. Beginning his career as a back-up vocalist for the likes of David Bowie, Donna Summer, Diana Ross, Barbra Streisand, Chaka Khan, Roberta Flack (to name just a few), Vandross sold 40 million records worldwide over the span of his career, along with 11 consecutive platinum albums.

Using archive footage of interviews with Vandross, who passed away in 2005, the film tells the singer’s life story, with contributions from his close friends and collaborators, including Dionne Warwick, Roberta Flack, Mariah Carey, and Valerie Simpson.

The film explores the successes and achievements that marked Vandross’ Grammy-winning career, but in addition to the highs that marked his life, the film will explore the lows, including his struggle to earn the respect his music deserved, the discrimination he faced as a Black artist, the intrusive comments he endured about his weight, and struggles in his personal life.

Luther: Never Too Much will be released in UK and Irish cinemas on Jan 30. The film was released in the U.S. in 2024, and can be streamed via CNN on Hulu with Live TV.