Music’s Role Against Apartheid – Music for Mandela
Inspirational documentary Music for Mandela explores music’s role against apartheid
“Music is a great blessing. It has the power to elevate and liberate us. It sets people free to dream. It can unite us to sing with one voice.” – Nelson Mandela
Music for Mandela explores the role music played in the remarkable life of one of the world’s most important icons. Nelson Mandela’s closest friends, exiled musicians, international artists and community volunteers describe the music born out of the former South African president’s inspirational journey, the effects of which continue to ripple through the poorest South African townships and beyond today.
Musical performances include celebrated artist Vusi Mahlasela, Grammy award-winning group Ladysmith Black Mambazo and new music from the internationally acclaimed Soweto Gospel Choir. Interviews include the legendary BB King, Sean Paul, Estelle, Welsh opera star Katherine Jenkins and Mandela’s grandson – hip hop artist Bambatha Mandela.
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Synopsis from Cargo Film and Releasing
“Music for Mandela” explores the role music played in the remarkable life of one of the world’s most important icons. The effects of this relationship continue to ripple through the poorest South African townships as well as the world stage.
From Nelson Mandela singing at his own prison concert to the present day celebrations of his legacy, the music born out of his inspirational journey is commented on by his closest friends, former exiled musicians, current international artists and community volunteers who use music today to motivate and educate. The documentary also explores what music means to all South Africans and how it became both a unifying force and weapon against apartheid.
