The Rumba Kings
The Rumba Kings (2021) is a documentary drama, directed by Alan Brain. It stars Simaro Lutumba and Roitelet. It holds a mirror to racism and the struggle for freedom. The 95-minute film holds an audience score of 9/10.
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What The Rumba Kings Is About
In the fifties, when the future Democratic Republic of Congo was still a Belgian colony, an entire generation of musicians fused traditional African tunes with Afro-Cuban music to create the electrifying Congolese rumba, a style that conquered the entire continent thanks to an infectious rhythm, captivating guitar sounds and smooth vocals.
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What is The Rumba Kings about?
In the fifties, when the future Democratic Republic of Congo was still a Belgian colony, an entire generation of musicians fused traditional African tunes with Afro-Cuban music to create the electrifying Congolese rumba, a style that conquered the entire continent thanks to an infectious rhythm, captivating guitar sounds and smooth vocals.
Where can I watch The Rumba Kings?
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How long is The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings runs for 95 minutes (1h 35m).
When did The Rumba Kings come out?
The Rumba Kings was released in 2021.
Who directed The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings was directed by Alan Brain.
Who stars in The Rumba Kings?
The Rumba Kings stars Simaro Lutumba, Roitelet, Manu Dibango, Paul Mwanga.
What is The Rumba Kings's rating?
The Rumba Kings holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 9.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.
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