House of Aama: Threads of Legacy(2024)
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy Synopsis
Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the diaspora. Their reflections culminate in Sun Records, a magnificent ode to Free Jazz. Along the way, Akua uncovers unexpected and profound truths about her father. Executive produced by Monika Navarro and EmmoLei Sankofa.
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy (2024) is a documentary film directed by Jamal Ademola, released on November 14, 2024 with a runtime of 15m. It stars Akua Shabaka, Rebecca L. Henry, Jamaiel Shabaka and Sun Ra.
- Director:
- Jamal Ademola
- Writers:
- Jamal Ademola
- Producers:
- Kris Simms, Jamal Ademola
- Cinematographer:
- Sam Akinyele
- Production:
- WNET 13, Where the Buffalo Roam, Moxie Joe LLC, PBS American Masters
- Budget:
- $75,000
- Status:
- Released
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy (2024) Trailer
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House of Aama: Threads of Legacy Cast & Crew
Main cast
Akua Shabaka
as Herself
Rebecca L. Henry
as Herself
Jamaiel Shabaka
as Himself
Sun Ra
as Himself
Alice Coltrane
as Herself
Pharoah Sanders
as himself
- Michela Wariebi
Michela Wariebi
as Herself
Key crew
Directed by Jamal Ademola, written by Jamal Ademola, produced by Kris Simms and Jamal Ademola.
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House of Aama: Threads of Legacy – Frequently Asked Questions
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The main cast of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy (2024) includes Akua Shabaka, Rebecca L. Henry, Jamaiel Shabaka, Sun Ra and Alice Coltrane. The film was directed by Jamal Ademola. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was released on November 14, 2024 and runs for 15m.
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