Musique au poing (1982)

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.

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Fela Kuti
as Self

Pope John Paul II
as Self

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Jean-Jacques Flori
Director

Stéphane Tchalgadjieff
Director

Elizabeth Prouvost
Cinematography

Jean Clavé
Cinematography

Annie Yonnet
Editor

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