
Zajota and the Boogie Spirit
Openly addressing sensitive issues of slavery and the African diaspora, this animated short traces the origins of funk, soul, and rhythm from the "boogie spirit's" original home in Africa, to its worldwide influence in today's popular culture.
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Zajota and the Boogie Spirit
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1989
Runtime
0h 19m
Genres
Animation, Music, Drama
Original Title
Zajota and the Boogie Spirit
Production Companies
Crossgrain Pictures
Director
Ayoka Chenzira
Description
Openly addressing sensitive issues of slavery and the African diaspora, this animated short traces the origins of funk, soul, and rhythm from the "boogie spirit's" original home in Africa, to its worldwide influence in today's popular culture.