Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony

Genre: Documentary, History, Music

Runtime: 108 mins

Rated: PG-13

Release Date: 2002

Countries: South Africa, USA

Languages: English, Zulu

DIRECTED BY:

Lee Hirsch

WRITTEN BY:

Lee Hirsch

CAST INCLUDES:

Abdullah Ibrahim, Duma Ka Ndlovu, Vusi Mahlasela

ANGELIKA’S NOTE

Sundance Film Festival Audience Award and Freedom of Expression Award winner AMANDLA! A REVOLUTION IN FOUR PART HARMONY is a soul-stirring documentary from director/writer Lee Hirsch. It combines exclusive interviews and rare, never-before-seen film footage to document the vital role that music played in the nearly half-century struggle against apartheid in South Africa. This inspirational documentary, which took nine years to make, is a testimony to the power of song and its ability to fuel the struggle for freedom.

SYNOPSIS

Interviews, archival footage, and filmed performances highlight the role of music in the South African struggle against apartheid.

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony

Genre: Documentary, History, Music

Runtime: 108 mins

Rated: PG-13

Release Date: 2002

Countries: South Africa, USA

Languages: English, Zulu

DIRECTED BY

Lee Hirsch

WRITTEN BY

Lee Hirsch

CAST INCLUDES

Abdullah Ibrahim, Duma Ka Ndlovu, Vusi Mahlasela

ANGELIKA’S NOTE
SYNOPSIS

Interviews, archival footage, and filmed performances highlight the role of music in the South African struggle against apartheid.

"The power of voices raised together comes through with a clear elation that's undeniable, and in the end AMANDLA! makes you want to sing."

Detroit News

"It leaves you stirred and uplifted not only by its music but also by the determination and courage of the people who sang and danced it on the way to a freer life."

Los Angeles Times

"A wake-up call, as well as an act of historical preservation and a heartfelt salute."

Village Voice