Benda Bilili!
"Beyond appearances."
Originally released in 2010. Benda Bilili! is a documentary/music film. directed by Florent de La Tullaye. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Léon Likabu, Roger Landu, and Coco Ngambali Yakala
Synopsis
Ricky has a dream: to make Staff Benda Bilili the best band in Congo Kinshasa. Roger, a street child, more than ever wants to join these stars of the ghetto, who get around in customized tricycles. Together, they must avoid the pitfalls of the street, stay united and find the force to hope in music. For six years, from the first rehearsals to their triumph in international festivals, BENDA BILILI! (“beyond appearances”) is the story of this dream come reality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 19, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Congo
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Directors
Top Cast
Léon Likabu
as Himself
Roger Landu
as Himself
Coco Ngambali Yakala
as Himself
Theo Nsituvuidi
as Himself
Claude Kinunu Montana
as Himself
Paulin Kiara-Maigi
as Himself
Djunana Tanga-Suele
as Himself
Cubain Kabeya
as Himself
Makembo Nzalé Zadis Mbulu Nzungu
as HImself
Waroma Abi-Ngoma Kabanba Kabose Kasungo
as Himself
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Studio 37
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benda Bilili! about?
Ricky has a dream: to make Staff Benda Bilili the best band in Congo Kinshasa. Roger, a street child, more than ever wants to join these stars of the ghetto, who get around in customized tricycles....
Who directed Benda Bilili!?
Benda Bilili! was directed by Florent de La Tullaye.
How long is Benda Bilili!?
Benda Bilili! has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Benda Bilili! released?
Benda Bilili! was released on August 19, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Benda Bilili!?
The main cast of Benda Bilili! includes Léon Likabu, Roger Landu, Coco Ngambali Yakala , Theo Nsituvuidi, Claude Kinunu Montana .