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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon

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.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
54 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
54 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Jan 1, 1982
Season
1982
Average Score
67%
Mean Score
67%
Ratings
6
Popularity
6
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.
Genres
Music, Documentary
Country
FR
English
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon

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Description

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.

Immersion

Japanese

Characters

Staff

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