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    Fela Kuti Named As Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominee
    Music
    10 February 2021

    Fela Kuti Named As Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominee

    In arguably the most diverse and inclusive ballot to date, the king of Afrobeat is joined by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z and many more favorites.

    You Can Watch the 'Finding Fela!' Documentary For Free This Weekend
    Film + TV
    08 January 2021

    You Can Watch the 'Finding Fela!' Documentary For Free This Weekend

    Finding Fela!, the documentary detailing the life and accomplishments ofFela Kuti,isfree on LinkTV for limited days.

    The Ultimate Guide to Streaming African Movies on Netflix
    Arts + Culture
    26 October 2016

    The Ultimate Guide to Streaming African Movies on Netflix

    15 African films and documentaries now streaming on Netflix.

    Idris Elba in Beasts of No Nation
    News
    20 October 2015

    After You Watch 'Beasts Of No Nation' On Netflix, Check Out These 10 Movies Of The African Diaspora

    To mark the recent premiere of 'Beasts of No Nation,' here are 10 more African films currently available on Netflix.

    Okayafrica's Top Films of 2014
    Film + TV
    23 December 2014

    Okayafrica's Top Films of 2014

    Okayafrica selects the best African films of 2014, featuring 'Afronauts,' 'Finding Fela,' 'Timbuktu,' 'Miners Shot Down' and more.

    Cinemafrique: 10 Films To See At The 2014 African Diaspora International Film Festival In NYC
    Film + TV
    24 November 2014

    Cinemafrique: 10 Films To See At The 2014 African Diaspora International Film Festival In NYC

    The African Diaspora International Film Festival returns to New York City for its 22nd edition from November 28th to December 14th.

    BRIC's FELA FROLIC: Rich Medina's Jump N Funk' Dance Party + 'Finding Fela' Screening
    Events
    02 October 2014

    BRIC's FELA FROLIC: Rich Medina's Jump N Funk' Dance Party + 'Finding Fela' Screening

    Join us for BRIC FELA FROLIC, featuring Rich Medina's Jump N Funk party, plus a special screening of 'Finding Fela.'

    'Finding Fela' Now Playing In The UK
    Film + TV
    10 September 2014

    'Finding Fela' Now Playing In The UK

    'Finding Fela,' the new Fela Kuti documentary from Alex Gibney, is now playing in cinemas across the UK.

    Okayafrica TV: Questlove On Fela Kuti [Extended Interview]
    Video
    21 August 2014

    Okayafrica TV: Questlove On Fela Kuti [Extended Interview]

    Watch Questlove's full insights about Fela Kuti that didn't make it into "Finding Fela."

    'Finding Fela' Continues Its Theatrical Run In 30+ Cities Across North America
    Film + TV
    13 August 2014

    'Finding Fela' Continues Its Theatrical Run In 30+ Cities Across North America

    'Finding Fela,' the new Fela Kuti documentary from Alex Gibney, continues its theatrical run with openings in 30+ North American theaters.

    'Finding Fela' Archives: The Iconic Album Art Of Ghariokwu Lemi
    Photos
    29 July 2014

    'Finding Fela' Archives: The Iconic Album Art Of Ghariokwu Lemi

    We revisit Ghariokwu Lemi's iconic Fela Kuti album artwork ahead of Finding Fela's theatrical release.

    'Finding Fela' NYC Premiere & North American Theatrical Dates
    Events
    28 July 2014

    'Finding Fela' NYC Premiere & North American Theatrical Dates

    Okayafrica and Okayplayer presents the premiere of 'Finding Fela' on Friday, August 1st, at 7PM at the IFC Center.

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