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Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony (2003): Cast & Ratings

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Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony is a 2003 historical documentary directed by Lee Hirsch, starring Vusi Mahlasela and Duma Ka Ndlovu. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $418,941 worldwide. Critics gave it 78 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$418.9K
Metascore
78
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Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony (2003) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 48m (108 min)
Director
Lee Hirsch
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony About?

The premise of Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony without spoilers.

This documentary explores the crucial role music played in South Africa's struggle against apartheid. Through intimate interviews and rarely seen archival footage, it reveals how song fueled the fight for freedom and inspired a nation during decades of oppression. Created over nine years, the film offers a poignant and stirring tribute to the transformative power of music in the quest for equality.

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Themes & Keywords

· 18 tags
  • world music
  • song
  • apartheid
  • freedom
  • dancing
  • lyrics
  • johannesburg south africa
  • segregation
  • exhumation
  • grave
  • radio show
  • singing
+6 more
  • protest
  • musician
  • civil rights
  • africa
  • activism
  • south africa
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Cast & crew

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Cast

Vusi Mahlasela leads the cast, with Duma Ka Ndlovu. Directed by Lee Hirsch.

From the director

More from Lee Hirsch

One more film directed by Lee Hirsch: Bully.

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Ratings

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony 78 on Metacritic.

Box office

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Box Office

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony grossed $418,941 worldwide. $405,331 came from the US and Canada and $13,610 (3%) from the rest of the world.

2003 box office

Worldwide gross

$418.9K

US & Canada
$405.3K
International
$13.6K
US & Canada 97% Rest of the world 3%
Videos

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony.

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony (trailer), Red Bull Music Academy, Cape Town, 2003

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FAQ

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

When was Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony released?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony was released on February 19, 2003.

Who directed Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony was directed by Lee Hirsch.

More films by Lee Hirsch

Who is in the cast of Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony stars Vusi Mahlasela and Duma Ka Ndlovu.

How much did Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony make at the box office?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony grossed $418,941 worldwide ($405,331 domestic, $13,610 international).

How is Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony rated?

Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony has 78 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.

Does Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony have a post-credit scene?

No. Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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