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Cast

Fela Kuti

Fela Kuti

Self

Crew

Steve Tickner

Steve Tickner

Director of Photography

Clive North

Clive North

Director of Photography

Nigel Meakin

Nigel Meakin

Director of Photography

Oliver Stapleton

Oliver Stapleton

Director of Photography

Dennis Marks

Dennis Marks

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Fela Kuti

Fela Kuti

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Guy Crossman

Guy Crossman

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Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

198410.0 / 1059 min
Documentary

Overview

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.