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Suffering and Smiling

March 21, 2006 1h 0m

Originally released in 2006. Suffering and Smiling is a documentary film. directed by Dan Ollman. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Femi Kuti

Synopsis

Suffering and Smiling is a compelling documentary that portrays Fela Anikulapo Kuti as a champion of the rights of the common people and depicts Femi, his son and successor, as an equally militant political activist. Accounts by relatives characterise the men and their music. Occasional archive footage illustrates Nigeria's history and the music mercilessly spells out the irreversible situation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 21, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Bluemark Productions
  • Library Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Suffering and Smiling about?

Suffering and Smiling is a compelling documentary that portrays Fela Anikulapo Kuti as a champion of the rights of the common people and depicts Femi, his son and successor, as an equally militant ...

Who directed Suffering and Smiling?

Suffering and Smiling was directed by Dan Ollman.

How long is Suffering and Smiling?

Suffering and Smiling has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was Suffering and Smiling released?

Suffering and Smiling was released on March 21, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Suffering and Smiling?

The main cast of Suffering and Smiling includes Femi Kuti.