Zajota and the Boogie Spirit

Name: Zajota and the Boogie Spirit
Genre: Animation, Music, Drama
Released: 1989
Duration: 19 min
Rating: 10

1989 · 19 min

Animation · Music · Drama

★ 10.0

Criterion

Openly addressing sensitive issues of slavery and the African diaspora, this animated short traces the origins of funk, soul, and rhythm from the "boogie spirit's" original home in Africa, to its worldwide influence in today's popular culture.

Crew

Director Ayoka Chenzira
Story Ayoka Chenzira

Cast

C
Carol Jean Lewis
(voice)

Crew

Director — Ayoka Chenzira
Story — Ayoka Chenzira

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