American Masters: Sammy Davis Jr.: I've Gotta Be Me

2019 • 100 minutes

About this movie

Sammy Davis, Jr: I’ve Gotta Be Me explores Davis’ journey to create his own identity as a show-business meteor who blazed across the twentieth century. Learn all about the life and art of this uniquely gifted entertainer.

Ratings and reviews

I love this documentary of Sammy Davis jr. . It made me realize how much I missed while he was alive, and wish I had been paying closer attention. Impressive energy, an amazing presence and I really like the way he looked. Getting a degree in Art, it became apparent to me that some people have a unique physical embodiment. Mr. Davis is such a person to me, and I'm grateful that he shared his many talents with us while being true to who he was. The chronology of his life was thoughtfully told.