Wahenga (2018)

Synopsis

John Kitime, an energetic musician in his 60s, puts together a band to revive the dying sound of Tanzanian Zilipendwa, music from the early independence era. Weaving memories of the past and dreams for the future, John and his bandmates revisit the era of gleaming horns and packed dance halls as they struggle to keep the music alive in a passionate argument for “the ones that were loved". Will they succeed?

Country : Tanzania

Director : Amil Shivji, Rebecca Calvin

Cast/Subject/s : John Kitime, Wahenga Band

Runtime : 1hr 33 mins

Themes : historical, music band, community

Availability/Where to watch : This film is owned by Kijiweni Productions and information can be found here > https://www.kijiweniproductions.com/films/wahenga