The Rumba Kings
“Congo's real treasure does not lie underground”
Synopsis
In the fifties, when the future Democratic Republic of Congo was still a Belgian colony, an entire generation of musicians fused traditional African tunes with Afro-Cuban music to create the electrifying Congolese rumba, a style that conquered the entire continent thanks to an infectious rhythm, captivating guitar sounds and smooth vocals.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-15
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Simaro Lutumba
Self - Musician
Roitelet
Self - Musician
Manu Dibango
Self - Musician
Paul Mwanga
Self - Singer
Papa Wemba
Self - Singer
Verckys Kiamanguana
Self - Musician
Brazzos
Self - Musician
Papa Noel
Self - Musician
Kuka Mathieu
Self - Singer
Manuaku
Self - Musician
Guvano
Self - Musician
Maproco
Self - Musician
Petit Pierre
Self - Musician
Bombenga
Self - Singer
Rolly
Self - Singer
Fagus Izeidi
Self - Musician
Paul Mizele
Self - Singer
Bikunda
Self - Musician
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Brain
- Original Score
- Brian Steckler
- Original Title
- The Rumba Kings
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, Lingala
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Shift Visual Lab
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Brain
Brian Steckler
Alan Brain, Christopher Luna Victoria
Alan Brain
Alan Brain, Monica Carlson
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Brain
Director
Alan Brain
Director of Photography
Alan Brain
Editor
Alan Brain
Producer
Brian Steckler
Original Music Composer
Monica Carlson
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rumba Kings
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What is The Rumba Kings about?
In the fifties, when the future Democratic Republic of Congo was still a Belgian colony, an entire generation of musicians fused traditional African tunes with Afro-Cuban music to create the electrifying Congolese rumba, a style that conquered the entire continent thanks to an infectious rhythm, captivating guitar sounds and smooth vocals.
Who directed The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings was directed by Alan Brain.
Who stars in The Rumba Kings?
The principal cast of The Rumba Kings includes Simaro Lutumba, Roitelet, Manu Dibango, Paul Mwanga, Papa Wemba.
When was The Rumba Kings released and how long is it?
The Rumba Kings was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Rumba Kings?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Rumba Kings was composed by Brian Steckler.