Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982)
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982)
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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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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Genres: Music, Documentary

Language: English, Français

Release Date: 01 January 1982

Country: FR

Runtime: 54m

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Company: Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.

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Elizabeth Prouvost

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Jean Clavé

Jean Clavé

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