Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense (1984)
A huge influence on world music, Nigerian artist Fela Kuti played many instruments, pioneered afrobeat music and served as a prominent activist for human rights in Africa. This 1984 documentary examines the life and music of the remarkable man. Using his music to raise awareness, Kuti embraced social justice themes. He died in 1997 of complications from AIDS. Footage from his legendary show in Glastonbury, England, is included.
Director: Dennis Marks
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: January 1, 1984
Cast
- Fela Kuti - Self
Music: Fela Kuti
Cinematography: Steve Tickner, Oliver Stapleton
Editing: Guy Crossman
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
biography, nigeria, afrobeat
More Films by Director: Dennis Marks
More Films in Genre: Documentary
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- What is Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense about?
- A huge influence on world music, Nigerian artist Fela Kuti played many instruments, pioneered afrobeat music and served as a prominent activist for human rights in Africa. This 1984 documentary examines the life and music of the remarkable man. Using his music to raise awareness, Kuti embraced social justice themes. He died in 1997 of complications from AIDS. Footage from his legendary show in Glastonbury, England, is included.
- Who directed Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense?
- Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense was directed by Dennis Marks.
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- Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense stars Fela Kuti.
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- Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
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- Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense is a Documentary film.