Benda Bilili!
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Follow an unlikely group of musicians in Kinshasa, capital of the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, from the streets to the world's stages. The band, Staff Benda Bilili, is a group of street musicians composed of four paraplegics and three able-bodied men. The core of the group is four singer/guitarists
… More »Follow an unlikely group of musicians in Kinshasa, capital of the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, from the streets to the world's stages. The band, Staff Benda Bilili, is a group of street musicians composed of four paraplegics and three able-bodied men. The core of the group is four singer/guitarists who use customized tricycles to get around. French film directors Florent de la Tullaye and Renaud Barret document the band's struggles to survive through music in the volatile city.
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Add a CommentThis movie is beautiful, the music is amazing and I was lucky enough to see Benda Bilili play in Seattle last month. The energy they play with is intoxicating and infectious. This is a must see for any music fan!
Two French filmmakers met Benda Bilili playing on the streets of Kinshasa, and ended up spending five years filming the stories of their lives - especially their commitment to music. Most of the musicians are disabled due to polio, and live either in a basic shelter for people with disabilities or on the streets. One of the members is an able-bodied youngster, Roger, who is also homeless and who has taught himself to play a one-stringed instrument he has made from a tin can. Talent and commitment galore from this group. If, like me, you know teenagers who say "First World Problem" when you are whining about something small -- this whole film will be a "FWP" reminder to be grateful for what you have.