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African Film and Adapting ‘The Color Purple’ With Blitz Bazawule artwork

African Film and Adapting ‘The Color Purple’ With Blitz Bazawule

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
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Van and Rachel are joined by musician, author, and director Blitz Bazawule to discuss the importance of African films made by African filmmakers (7:27), his experience working with Beyoncé on ‘Black Is King’ (10:44), and his upcoming musical adaptation of ‘The Color Purple’ (14:39). Plus, which country has the best jollof (26:30)? Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Blitz Bazawule Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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