Who Needs a Heart
Originally released in 1991. Who Needs a Heart is a drama/documentary film. directed by John Akomfrah. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Caroline Burghard, Treva Etienne, and Ruth Gemmell
Synopsis
The tumultuous life of the controversial 1960s black revolutionary (and convicted murderer) Michael X is illustrated by a kaleidoscopic melding of sound and images. The radically discordant free jazz soundtrack provides a surreal counterpoint to the mix of newsreel and staged footage in this exhilarating experiment in documentary storytelling.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Black Audio Film Collective
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Who Needs a Heart about?
The tumultuous life of the controversial 1960s black revolutionary (and convicted murderer) Michael X is illustrated by a kaleidoscopic melding of sound and images. The radically discordant free ja...
Who directed Who Needs a Heart?
Who Needs a Heart was directed by John Akomfrah.
How long is Who Needs a Heart?
Who Needs a Heart has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Who Needs a Heart released?
Who Needs a Heart was released on January 2, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Who Needs a Heart?
The main cast of Who Needs a Heart includes Caroline Burghard, Treva Etienne, Ruth Gemmell, Caroline Lee-Johnson, Kwabena Manso.