Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon
MusicDocumentary
6.7
6.70h 54m
January 1, 1982
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.
Director
Jean-Jacques Flori
Cast
Fela Kuti
Self
Pope John Paul II
Self
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