Gangbé! | |
Director: | Arnaud Robert |
Producer: | Aline Schmid |
Based On: | Gangbé Brass Band |
Cinematography: | Charlie Petersmann |
Editing: | Nicolas Hislaire |
Studio: | Intermezzo Films S.A. |
Runtime: | 58 minutes |
Country: | Benin Switzerland Nigeria |
Language: | French |
Gangbé! is a 2018 Beninese musical documentary film directed by Arnaud Robert and produced by Aline Schmid for Intermezzo Films.[1] [2] [3]
The film is based on the journey of Gangbé Brass Band, a 10-member Beninese musical band known for their prowess in West African jùjú and traditional Vodou music, fused with Western jazz and big-band sounds. The band travels to Lagos to perform with Femi Kuti at the Shrine. The film received critical acclaim from reviewers.[4]