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 |
Gangbé! is a 2018 Beninese musical documentary film directed by Arnaud Robert and produced by Aline Schmid for Intermezzo Films.[2][3][4]
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]