The Rumba Kings
"Congo's real treasure does not lie underground"
Released 5 years ago in 2021. The Rumba Kings is a documentary/history film. directed by Alan Brain.
Starring Simaro Lutumba, Roitelet, and Manu Dibango
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 6, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Simaro Lutumba
as Self - Musician
Roitelet
as Self - Musician
Manu Dibango
as Self - Musician
Paul Mwanga
as Self - Singer
Papa Wemba
as Self - Singer
Verckys Kiamanguana
as Self - Musician
Brazzos
as Self - Musician
Papa Noel
as Self - Musician
Kuka Mathieu
as Self - Singer
Manuaku
as Self - Musician
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Shift Visual Lab
Frequently Asked Questions
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 electr...
Who directed The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings was directed by Alan Brain.
How long is The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Rumba Kings released?
The Rumba Kings was released on May 6, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rumba Kings?
The main cast of The Rumba Kings includes Simaro Lutumba, Roitelet, Manu Dibango, Paul Mwanga, Papa Wemba.