Finding Fela (2014)

  • NR
  • 08/01/2014 (US)
  • Documentary, Music
  • 2h

Overview

Fela Anikulapo Kuti created the musical movement Afrobeat and used it as a political forum to oppose the Nigerian dictatorship and advocate for the rights of oppressed people. This is the story of his life, music, and political importance.

Alex Gibney

Director

Cast

Fela Kuti's headshot

Fela Kuti

Self (archive footage)
Carlos Moore's headshot

Carlos Moore

Self

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