House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
Synopsis
Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the diaspora. Their reflections culminate in Sun Records, a magnificent ode to Free Jazz. Along the way, Akua uncovers unexpected and profound truths about her father. Executive produced by Monika Navarro and EmmoLei Sankofa.
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HOUSE OF AAMA: THREADS OF LEGACY TRAILER | BCC Program | 2025 Seattle Black Film Festival
Type: Teaser • Published 2025-04-04
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Production Budget
$75K
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Worldwide Gross
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamal Ademola
- Screenplay & Story
- Jamal Ademola
- Original Score
- EmmoLei Sankofa
- Original Title
- House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Budget
- $75K
- Production Studios
- WNET 13, Where the Buffalo Roam, Moxie Joe LLC, PBS American Masters
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamal Ademola
Jamal Ademola
EmmoLei Sankofa
Sam Akinyele, Mobolaji Olaoniye, Aiko Tanka, Prince Banini
Susannah Smith
Kris Simms, Jamal Ademola, Monika Navarro
Department Leadership Roster
Jamal Ademola
Director
Jamal Ademola
Writer
Susannah Smith
Editor
Kris Simms
Producer
Jamal Ademola
Producer
Sam Akinyele
Director of Photography
Mobolaji Olaoniye
Director of Photography
Aiko Tanka
Director of Photography
Prince Banini
Director of Photography
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What is House of Aama: Threads of Legacy about?
Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the diaspora. Their reflections culminate in Sun Records, a magnificent ode to Free Jazz. Along the way, Akua uncovers unexpected and profound truths about her father. Executive produced by Monika Navarro and EmmoLei Sankofa.
Who directed House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was directed by Jamal Ademola.
Who stars in House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
The principal cast of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy includes Akua Shabaka, Rebecca L. Henry, Jamaiel Shabaka, Sun Ra, Alice Coltrane.
When was House of Aama: Threads of Legacy released and how long is it?
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was composed by EmmoLei Sankofa.