Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony

Overview

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.

Directed by Lee Hirsch

Top cast

Walter Cronkite

Self (voice)

F.W. de Klerk

Self (archive footage)

Abdullah Ibrahim

Self

Jesse Jackson

Self (archive footage)

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Duma Ka Ndlovu

Self

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Ronnie Kasrils

Self

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Sibongile Khumalo

Self

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Vusi Mahlasela

Self

Miriam Makeba

Self

Nelson Mandela

Self (archive footage)

Winnie Mandela

Self (archive footage)

Hugh Masekela

Self

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Sophie Mgcina

Self

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Thandi Modise

Self

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Sifiso Ntuli

Self

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Sibusiso Nxumalo

Self

Dolly Rathebe

Self

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Hendrik Frensch Verwoerd

Self (archive footage)

Lindiwe Zulu

Self

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