An engaging, award-winning documentary about the influential and outspoken musician Fela Kuti.

Featured in the 2019 BFI London Film Festival, and winner of the Paul Robeson Award for Best Film at FESPACO, My Friend Fela narrates the life of Fela Kuti, an extraordinary man whose myth and music endure long after his death. Featuring the voices of key people in his life, this documentary is no hagiography but a nuanced look at a legendary, if controversial, artist who used his music to call power and corruption to account.

Hosted by Kunle Olulode, film historian, cultural critic and broadcaster (more guests TBA)

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COMPETITION: Win 1x pair of tickets to attend Joel Zito Araújo: My Friend Fela + Director Q&A at BFI Southbank at 14:00 on Saturday 8 February. To enter the competition, send an email to vienna@run-riot.com with the correct answer in the ‘subject’ line. The winner will be randomly selected.
Q: Out of the following, which film has not been directed by Joel Zito Araújo?
A: .1) Cinderellas, Wolves and a Prince Charming .2) Filhas do Vento .3) Denying Brazil .4) Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood