Paul Simon: Under African Skies
Synopsis
Paul Simon returns to South Africa to explore the incredible journey of his historic Graceland album, including the political backlash he received for allegedly breaking the UN cultural boycott of South Africa designed to end the Apartheid regime. On the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon's GRACELAND, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger offers a glimpse at the controversy surrounding the decision to record the album in South Africa despite a UN boycott of the nation, which was aimed at ending apartheid. In the run-up to an eagerly anticipated reunion concert, Simon, Quincy Jones, Peter Gabriel, David Byrne, Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney and others reflect on the decision to record with local artists in South Africa, and the cultural impact of the album that delivered such hits as "I Know What I Know" and "You Can Call Me Al."
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Paul Simon - Under African Skies (Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 11, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joe Berlinger
- Original Title
- Paul Simon: Under African Skies
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- RadicalMedia, Sony Music Film, Legacy Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joe Berlinger
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Joe Berlinger
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What is Paul Simon: Under African Skies about?
Paul Simon returns to South Africa to explore the incredible journey of his historic Graceland album, including the political backlash he received for allegedly breaking the UN cultural boycott of South Africa designed to end the Apartheid regime. On the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon's GRACELAND, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger offers a glimpse at the controversy surrounding the decision to record the album in South Africa despite a UN boycott of the nation, which was aimed at ending apartheid. In the run-up to an eagerly anticipated reunion concert, Simon, Quincy Jones, Peter Gabriel, David Byrne, Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney and others reflect on the decision to record with local artists in South Africa, and the cultural impact of the album that delivered such hits as "I Know What I Know" and "You Can Call Me Al."
Who directed Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies was directed by Joe Berlinger.
Who stars in Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
The principal cast of Paul Simon: Under African Skies includes Paul Simon, Maya Angelou, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones, Lorne Michaels.
When was Paul Simon: Under African Skies released and how long is it?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.