Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

Directed by Dennis Marks, and Gerry Pomeroy

Year: 1984
Running Time: 59
Color Type: Color
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Country: U.K.
Language: English
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Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

Cast
Fela Kuti

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Produced by Alan Yentob
Directed by Dennis Marks and Gerry Pomeroy (Associate)


TEACHER DON'T TEACH ME NONSENSE (1984) is a rarely-seen documentary, mixing candid interviews of Fela Kuti with selected live segments from his stirring performances. Examining his life, music, and political views - this feature serves as an important guide for anyone yearning to learn more about a transformative artist in the history of and development of African music.

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