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African Sanctus - Revisited

1995·Movie
1h 0min

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Stunning style, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Awe-inspiring and moving

  • Wonder9
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

A real life story, history, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout score, sound design, and cinematography

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Sound Centrality9

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Herbert Chappell's highly acclaimed original BBC Film is the story of a remarkable journey made by the composer and explorer David Fanshawe which inspired his celebrated work African Sanctus. The film retraces his musical steps up the river Nile to the source of the Nile's music. Featuring many of the original musicians he first recorded in 1969, Fanshawe explains the ethos behind his work and the process of composition. On a quest to find his African mentor, The Hippo Man, he ventures forth. The Updated Film, 1995, projects stirring and poignant images of Africa, This film combines authentic footage spanning 20 years, with Fanshawe's innovative score. We see glimpses of the performance with The Bournemouth Symphony Chorus, Choristers of St Georges Cathedral, solo Wilhelmenia Fernandez, conducted by Neville Creed. The film also introduces Fanshawe's new work Dona Nobis Pacem - A Hymn for World Peace.
Musical JourneyCultural ExplorationDocumentary FilmAfrican RhythmsBiographical PortraitReflective & PoignantWorld Music InspirationEthnomusicologySpiritual ThemesNature & Sound

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1 h 0 min

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What language is African Sanctus - Revisited in?

English

It was made in English.