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Short animated drama

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit (1989): Cast

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Zajota and the Boogie Spirit is a 1989 short animated drama directed by Ayoka Chenzira, starring Carol Jean Lewis. It runs 19 minutes.

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Zajota and the Boogie Spirit (1989) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
19 min
Director
Ayoka Chenzira
Genres
Music , Drama , Animation
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Zajota and the Boogie Spirit About?

The premise of Zajota and the Boogie Spirit without spoilers.

Openly addressing the painful legacy of slavery and the African diaspora, the animated short follows the journey of the “boogie spirit,” tracing funk, soul and rhythmic roots from their African origins to the way they shape today’s global popular culture. Through vibrant visuals and music, it highlights the enduring cultural impact and celebrates the worldwide influence of these genres.

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Cast & crew

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit Cast

Carol Jean Lewis stars in Zajota and the Boogie Spirit. Directed by Ayoka Chenzira.

From the director

More from Ayoka Chenzira

More films directed by Ayoka Chenzira: HERadventure, Alma's Rainbow, Snowfire and Pull Your Head to the Moon: Stories of Creole Women.

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Zajota and the Boogie Spirit FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Zajota and the Boogie Spirit, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Zajota and the Boogie Spirit?

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit runs 19 minutes.

When was Zajota and the Boogie Spirit released?

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit was released in 1989.

Who directed Zajota and the Boogie Spirit?

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit was directed by Ayoka Chenzira.

More films by Ayoka Chenzira

Who is in the cast of Zajota and the Boogie Spirit?

Zajota and the Boogie Spirit stars Carol Jean Lewis.

Does Zajota and the Boogie Spirit have a post-credit scene?

No. Zajota and the Boogie Spirit has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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