Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony

Synopsis

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.

Walter Cronkite

Self (voice)

F.W. de Klerk

Self (archive footage)

Abdullah Ibrahim

Self

Jesse Jackson

Self (archive footage)

Duma Ka Ndlovu

Self

Ronnie Kasrils

Self

Sibongile Khumalo

Self

Vusi Mahlasela

Self

Miriam Makeba

Self

Nelson Mandela

Self (archive footage)

Winnie Mandela

Self (archive footage)

Hugh Masekela

Self