Storyline
How African artists have spread African culture all over the world, especially music, since the harsh years of decolonization, trying to offer a nicer portrait of this amazing continent, historically known for tragic subjects, such as slavery, famine, war and political chaos.
Cast & Crew
JZ
Jürgen Zimmerer
Self - Historian
LeadDA
Didier Awadi
Self - Musician
AD
Amelie Deuflhard
Self - Art Director
FS
Felwine Sarr
Self - Economist
NN
Nhlanhla Nciza
Self - Musician
GA
Gyedu-Blay Ambolley
Self - Musician
HD
Hauke Dorsch
Self - Ethnologist
RL
Ray Lema
Self - Musician
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Thorsten Ernst's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Africa Rising is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
