Respect

Aretha Franklin was more than just a voice. She was a daughter, a fighter, and a woman who changed music forever. Respect tells the true story of how she rose from a young girl in a church choir to become the Queen of Soul.

From a young age, Aretha faced pain and struggle. She lost her mother and grew up in a home filled with music and important guests. Her father, a respected preacher, pushed her to sing in church. Everyone could hear the power in her voice. But life wasn’t easy. Aretha had to deal with loss, control, and people telling her who to be.

As she got older, she searched for her own sound, one that came from her heart, not just from what others expected. With songs like “Respect,” “Natural Woman,” and “Think,” she told the world what it meant to be strong, proud, and free. These weren’t just songs, they were messages.

Jennifer Hudson plays Aretha with heart and strength. She sings live and shows both the highs and the deep struggles of Aretha’s journey. From smoky recording studios to grand stages, we watch her grow into her power.

Respect is more than a music film. It’s a story of finding your voice, facing your past, and standing tall in a world that doesn’t always listen. Aretha’s story reminds us that respect isn’t given, it’s earned. And when you find your authentic voice, it can move the world.