Paul Simon: Under African Skies
Paul Simon: Under African Skies (2012) is a music drama, directed by Joe Berlinger. It stars Paul Simon and Maya Angelou. The 102-minute film holds an audience score of 7.1/10.
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What Paul Simon: Under African Skies Is About
Paul Simon returns to South Africa to explore the incredible journey of his historic Graceland album, including the political backlash he received for allegedly breaking the UN cultural boycott of South Africa designed to end the Apartheid regime. On the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon's GRACELAND, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger offers a glimpse at the controversy surrounding the decision to record the album in South Africa despite a UN boycott of the nation, which was aimed at ending apartheid. In the run-up to an eagerly anticipated reunion concert, Simon, Quincy Jones, Peter Gabriel, David Byrne, Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney and others reflect on the decision to record with local artists in South Africa, and the cultural impact of the album that delivered such hits as "I Know What I Know" and "You Can Call Me Al."
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What is Paul Simon: Under African Skies about?
Paul Simon returns to South Africa to explore the incredible journey of his historic Graceland album, including the political backlash he received for allegedly breaking the UN cultural boycott of South Africa designed to end the Apartheid regime. On the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon's GRACELAND, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger offers a glimpse at the controversy surrounding the decision to record the album in South Africa despite a UN boycott of the nation, which was aimed at ending apartheid.
Where can I watch Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies is available to watch on digital platforms such as Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies runs for 102 minutes (1h 42m).
When did Paul Simon: Under African Skies come out?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies was released in 2012.
Who directed Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies was directed by Joe Berlinger.
Who stars in Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies stars Paul Simon, Maya Angelou, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones.
What is Paul Simon: Under African Skies's rating?
Paul Simon: Under African Skies holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.
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