Gangbé! is a 2018 Beninese musical documentary film directed by Arnaud Robert and produced by Aline Schmid for Intermezzo Films.[2][3][4]
| Gangbé! | |
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| Directed by | Arnaud Robert |
| Written by | Arnaud Robert |
| Based on | Gangbé Brass Band |
| Produced by | Aline Schmid |
| Cinematography | Charlie Petersmann |
| Edited by | Nicolas Hislaire |
Production company | Intermezzo Films S.A. |
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Running time | 58 minutes |
| Countries | Benin Switzerland Nigeria |
| Language | French |
The film is based on the journey of Gangbé Brass Band, a 10-member Beninese musical band known for their prowess in West African jùjú and traditional Vodou music, fused with Western jazz and big-band sounds. The band travels to Lagos to perform with Femi Kuti at the Shrine. The film received critical acclaim from reviewers.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Visions du Réel on Tour à l'ABC | Côté musique".
- ^ "Gangbé! (2015)". outnow. Retrieved 28 October 2020.
- ^ "Gangbé! 2015". Official website. Retrieved 28 October 2020.
- ^ "Gangbé! 2015 by Arnaud Robert". swissfilms. Retrieved 28 October 2020.
- ^ "GANGBE!". magnetfilm. Archived from the original on 31 October 2020. Retrieved 28 October 2020.