Yes-Ja! The Kwaito Documentary

February. 15,2011      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A musical trip through southern Africa to the tunes of the post-apartheid generation. Kwaito music originated in the 1950's in the dusty streets of South Africa's townships such as Sophiatown, Pimville and subsequently in Soweto. It is inseparable from the Pantsuela culture of the rebellious youth gangs during the Apartheid regime. Since there was no money for musical instruments or for extravagant costumes, they concentrated on their dancing and singing skills and, turning the streets into their stage. Currently almost fifty years later - Kwaito culture is experiencing a renaissance in a manner completely inconceivable in those days.

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Reviews

Matialth
2011/02/15

Good concept, poorly executed.

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ShangLuda
2011/02/16

Admirable film.

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RipDelight
2011/02/17

This is a tender, generous movie that likes its characters and presents them as real people, full of flaws and strengths.

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Hayden Kane
2011/02/18

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

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