Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat

2024 · 150 min · FR · NR · 7.8 (76 votes)

Dir. Johan Grimonprez · Starring Patrice Lumumba, Louis Armstrong, Nikita Khrushchev, Dizzy Gillespie, Andrée Blouin, Abbey Lincoln

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Jazz and decolonization are intertwined in a powerful narrative that recounts one of the tensest episodes of the Cold War.

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This documentary offers a tense, incisive journey through a pivotal Cold War era. Its rhythmic, jazz-infused style underpins a somber exploration of decolonization and geopolitical intrigue. Expect a steady, revelatory experience, perfect for a thought-provoking solo watch focused on historical injustice and power dynamics.

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