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.
You can stream Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon on Kanopy. It is also available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon was directed by Jean-Jacques Flori and Stéphane Tchalgadjieff.
Fela Kuti: Music Is the Weapon runs for 54min, and was released in 1982.
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