Idris Elba revisits his bond to Nelson Mandela while recording an album inspired by Mandela and his father, documenting an emotional journey across South Africa and Mali; during production his father dies. The film is a personal portrait blending memory, music, and Mandela's legacy, while Elba manages memory and meaning on screen alongside a logistics of recording in multiple locations.
Intimate biography that follows Nelson Mandela from his early days as the son of a tribal chief through to his election as South Africa's first black president. Produced by Jonathan Demme and nominated for the 1997 Academy Award for Best Documentary, the feature film features exclusive interviews and narration from Nelson Mandela, one of the world's most revered political figures.
www.frontlineclub.comA captivating view of the indomitable spirit if one of the world’s most fascinating figures, this documentary follows Nelson Mandela from his early days and tribal education to his election as South Africa’s first black president.
uniondocs.orgIn 2013, Idris Elba produced and released "Idris Elba presents mi Mandela", an album inspired by his time researching and portraying Nelson Mandela in "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom". The musical culture of South Africa was a great influence to him, both present day and historically, and connecting to the music Mr. Mandela would have listened to throughout his life was a great aid in Elba’s preparation for the role. Arrangements were made to record the album in South Africa and Mali at the end...
play.google.comIt was nominated for a Best Documentary Oscar
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