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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon

1982-01-01 Music 54mins

Musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti recorded more than 60 albums to promote the magic of Afrobeat but never lost his political voice as an outspoken critic against widespread government corruption in Nigeria. This documentary examines the role that Fela, dubbed "Black President," played in shedding light on atrocities in his homeland and in promoting the ascent of African music worldwide.

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Storyline

Musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti recorded more than 60 albums to promote the magic of Afrobeat but never lost his political voice as an outspoken critic against widespread government corruption in Nigeria. This documentary examines the role that Fela, dubbed "Black President," played in shedding light on atrocities in his homeland and in promoting the ascent of African music worldwide.

  • Released
    1982-01-01
  • Revenue
    n/a
  • Budget
    n/a
  • Runtime
    54mins
  • Genre
    Music, Documentary
  • Status
    Released
  • Language
    English, Français
  • imdb-logo
    0
  • Production
    Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.

Crew

Stéphane Tchalgadjieff
Director
Keywords:
afrobeat

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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon
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