Zajota and the Boogie Spirit
Release Date: 1989-01-01
Runtime: 19 min
Director: Ayoka Chenzira
Producer(s): Ayoka Chenzira
Original Language: English
Overview:
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.
Cast:
Crew:
Ayoka Chenzira (Director), Isaac J. Laing (Art Designer), Ayoka Chenzira (Art Designer), Richard Barclift (Animation), Isaac J. Laing (Animation), Ayoka Chenzira (Story), Richard Admiral (Animation), Ayoka Chenzira (Executive Producer), Ayoka Chenzira (Animation), Ayoka Chenzira (Editor), Rick Feist (Editor), Ayoka Chenzira (Producer), Kpakpo Allotey (Animation), Ayoka Chenzira (Camera Operator), Richard Admiral (Art Designer), Mino Cinelu (Music)