
The struggle to eradicate apartheid in South Africa has been chronicled over time, but no one has addressed the vital role music plays in this challenge. This documentary by Lee Hirsch recounts a fascinating and little-known part of South Africa's political history through archival footage, interviews and, of course, several mesmerizing musical performances.
Release Date: 9/21/2002
Runtime: 103 minutes
Languages: English
Director: Lee Hirsch
0Revenue: $0.4M
Companies: ATO Pictures, Kwela Productions Lts.
Countries: South Africa, United States of America
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Walter Cronkite
Self (voice)

F.W. de Klerk
Self (archive footage)

Abdullah Ibrahim
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Jesse Jackson
Self (archive footage)
Duma Ka Ndlovu
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Ronnie Kasrils
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Sibongile Khumalo
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Vusi Mahlasela
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Miriam Makeba
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Nelson Mandela
Self (archive footage)

Winnie Mandela
Self (archive footage)

Hugh Masekela
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