Ginger Baker: In Africa
Synopsis
In November 1971, Ginger Baker, the legendary drummer of Cream and Blind Faith, decided to set up a recording studio in Lagos, then the capital of Nigeria. Baker was one of the first rock musicians to realize the potential of African music. He also decided that it would be a rewarding musical experience to travel to Nigeria over land across the Sahara desert - a journey that would lead him into a number of adventures. This film by Tony Palmer follows Ginger Baker's odyssey as he makes his journey and finally arrives in Nigeria to set up his studio, which would run successfully through the seventies as a facility for both local and western musicians (Paul McCartney's Wings recorded "Band On The Run" there).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 5, 2006
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Palmer
- Original Title
- Ginger Baker: In Africa
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Palmer
Bob Bolt
Tony Palmer, Graham Bunn
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Palmer
Director
Bob Bolt
Director of Photography
Tony Palmer
Editor
Graham Bunn
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What is Ginger Baker: In Africa about?
In November 1971, Ginger Baker, the legendary drummer of Cream and Blind Faith, decided to set up a recording studio in Lagos, then the capital of Nigeria. Baker was one of the first rock musicians to realize the potential of African music. He also decided that it would be a rewarding musical experience to travel to Nigeria over land across the Sahara desert - a journey that would lead him into a number of adventures. This film by Tony Palmer follows Ginger Baker's odyssey as he makes his journey and finally arrives in Nigeria to set up his studio, which would run successfully through the seventies as a facility for both local and western musicians (Paul McCartney's Wings recorded "Band On The Run" there).
Who directed Ginger Baker: In Africa?
Ginger Baker: In Africa was directed by Tony Palmer.
Who stars in Ginger Baker: In Africa?
The principal cast of Ginger Baker: In Africa includes Ginger Baker, Fela Kuti.
When was Ginger Baker: In Africa released and how long is it?
Ginger Baker: In Africa was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 53m.