Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

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  • Genre: Documentary
  • Run time: 59 min
  • Premiere: 1984. January 1.

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.

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Camera

Steve Tickner

Director of Photography

Oliver Stapleton

Director of Photography

Nigel Meakin

Director of Photography

Clive North

Director of Photography

Directing

Dennis Marks

Director

Editing

Sound

Fela Kuti

Music

Camera

Steve Tickner

Director of Photography

Oliver Stapleton

Director of Photography

Nigel Meakin

Director of Photography

Clive North

Director of Photography

Directing

Dennis Marks

Director

Editing

Sound

Fela Kuti

Music