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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon

6.2(5 votes)
1982

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Overview

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.

Details

Genres

Music, Documentary

Language

FR

Release Date

1982-01-01

Runtime

54 min

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Cast

Fela Kuti

Fela Kuti

Pope John Paul II

Pope John Paul II