Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
Synopsis
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony (trailer), Red Bull Music Academy, Cape Town, 2003
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-03
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Walter Cronkite
Self (voice)
F.W. de Klerk
Self (archive footage)
Abdullah Ibrahim
Self
Jesse Jackson
Self (archive footage)
Duma Ka Ndlovu
Self
Ronnie Kasrils
Self
Sibongile Khumalo
Self
Vusi Mahlasela
Self
Miriam Makeba
Self
Nelson Mandela
Self (archive footage)
Winnie Mandela
Self (archive footage)
Hugh Masekela
Self
Sophie Mgcina
Self
Thandi Modise
Self
Sifiso Ntuli
Self
Sibusiso Nxumalo
Self
Dolly Rathebe
Self
Hendrik Frensch Verwoerd
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 21, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$405K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Hirsch
- Screenplay & Story
- Lee Hirsch
- Original Title
- Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Worldwide Gross
- $405K
- Production Studios
- ATO Pictures, Kwela Productions Lts.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Hirsch
Lee Hirsch
Brand Jordaan, Ivan Leathers, Clive Sacke
Johanna Demetrakas, James Renfroe
Sherry Simpson, Johnathan Dorfman, Temple Fennell, Desireé Markgraaff, Lee Hirsch
Department Leadership Roster
Sherry Simpson
Producer
Johnathan Dorfman
Producer
Temple Fennell
Producer
Desireé Markgraaff
Producer
Lee Hirsch
Director
Johanna Demetrakas
Editor
James Renfroe
Editor
Lee Hirsch
Writer
Lee Hirsch
Producer
Brand Jordaan
Director of Photography
Ivan Leathers
Director of Photography
Clive Sacke
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
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What is Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony about?
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.
Who directed Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony?
Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony was directed by Lee Hirsch.
Who stars in Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony?
The principal cast of Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony includes Walter Cronkite, F.W. de Klerk, Abdullah Ibrahim, Jesse Jackson, Duma Ka Ndlovu.
When was Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony released and how long is it?
Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
How much did Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony make at the box office?
Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony grossed $405K in worldwide ticket sales.