Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon(1982)
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon Synopsis
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.
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982) is a music and documentary film directed by Jean-Jacques Flori, released on January 1, 1982 with a runtime of 54m. It stars Fela Kuti and Pope John Paul II. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Jean-Jacques Flori
- Production:
- Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.
- Status:
- Released
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Jean-Jacques Flori.
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon – Frequently Asked Questions
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982) is currently available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?
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The main cast of Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982) includes Fela Kuti and Pope John Paul II. The film was directed by Jean-Jacques Flori. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon released?
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon was released on January 1, 1982 and runs for 54m.
Is Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon worth watching?
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Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon (1982) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.