1969    1h 50mDocumentary, Musical
7.06.0
This is a documentary film which explores both the politics and music of the First PanAfrican Cultural Festival. Third World solidarity was much in fashion in 1969, when the festival was held. Many of the interviewees hold forth about colonialism and neocolonialism, and the need for exploited countries to stick together. Held in Algeria, the filmmakers were able to interview Eldrige Cleaver and other Black Panthers during their exile there. Among the film's musical highlights is a performance by Miriam Makeba, followed by an interview with her.
Directed by William Klein

Where to Watch The Pan-African Festival in Algiers

  • Nina SimoneSelf
  • Archie SheppSelf
  • Miriam MakebaSelf
  • Marion WilliamsSelf
  • Amílcar CabralSelf
  • René DepestreSelf
  • Armando GuebuzaSelf
  • Mazisi KuneneSelf
  • Johnny MakatiniSelf
  • Daniel MaragnèsSelf
  • Oscar MonteiroSelf
  • Stephen N'KomoSelf
  • Agostinho NetoSelf
  • Mário Pinto de AndradeSelf
  • William KleinDirector / Director Of Photography
  • Bernard GosselinDirector Of Photography
  • Michel BraultDirector Of Photography
  • Ali MarokDirector Of Photography
  • Bruno MuelDirector Of Photography
  • Dahou BoukercheDirector Of Photography

The Pan-African Festival in Algiers Trivia