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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Musique au poing
- Genres: Music, Documentary
- Release Date: 1982-01-01
- Runtime: 54 minutes
- Rating: 6.2/10 (5 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6599
- Languages: English, French
Cast & Crew
Fela Kuti
as Self
Pope John Paul II
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon is a Music, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1982-01-01.
Who are the main actors in Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Fela Kuti, Pope John Paul II, .
Where can I watch Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon is available.
Is Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon based on a true story?â–Ľ
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 5 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by Ministère de la culture, France 2, K.I.C.S.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon filmed?â–Ľ
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon is 54 minutes.
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The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon.
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