AFRICA MINE: MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Six documentary feature films, speakers, bands and DJs.
Over 3 consecutive Sundays: 23rd September, 30th September, 7th October
A space to enjoy and discuss African music, film and politics.
Sunday 23rd September
4pm: Importance of Being Elegant George Amponsah and Cosima Spender, UK, 2003, 70mins An acclaimed exposé of soukous star Papa Wemba first seen on BBC’s Storyville. Followed by Q&A with the director George Amponsah
In the Bar: Afrobeats and Grooves from Kalabash Movement resident DJs Supa Scion & Springfield
7pm Jupiter’s Dance Renaud Barrett, France, 2007, 60 mins An introduction to the raw street music of Kinshasa by guide Juipter Bokondji Album launch of Renato Mondele’s “La Rumba Congolaise” with full live band. DJ Ilka
Sunday 30th September
4pm Suffering and Smiling Dan Ollman, Nigeria/US, 2006, 65mins From Fela to Femi, the Kuti family mix music and politics without missing a beat. Presented in collaboration with The Frontline Club and Kalabash Movement
In the Bar: Afrobeats and Grooves from Kalabash Movement resident DJs Supa Scion & Springfield
7pm Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars Zach Niles and Banker White, Guinea/Sierra Leone/USA, 2005, 78 mins A motley crew of Sierra Leoneans who, whilst living in a refugee camp, formed a band that has toured the world.
In the Bar: Live musical performance from Abdul Tee-Jay and DJ Nimz
Sunday 7th October
4pm As Old As My Tongue Andy Jones, UK/ Zanzibar, 2006, 66 mins A portrait of Bi Kidude – legendary Taarab singer and probably the oldest performer on the world stage today that captures the vibrancy of Zanzibar. Followed by Q&A with the director Andy Jones.
In the Bar: Afrobeats and Grooves from Kalabash Movement resident DJs Supa Scion & Springfield
7pm A Lion’s Trail François Verster, South Africa, 2002, 55mins A journey through musical worlds in South Africa and the USA, unraveling the story behind the famous song ‘The Lion Sleeps Tonight’ originally written by a poor Zulu farmer. Followed by Q&A with the editor Peter Neal.
In the Bar: Live performance from Tanzanian vocalist Mim Suleiman with live percussion DJ
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