Plot Summary
Herbert Chappell's highly acclaimed original BBC Film is the story of a remarkable journey made by the composer and explorer David Fanshawe which inspired his celebrated work African Sanctus. The film retraces his musical steps up the river Nile to the source of the Nile's music. Featuring many of the original musicians he first recorded in 1969, Fanshawe explains the ethos behind his work and the process of composition. On a quest to find his African mentor, The Hippo Man, he ventures forth. The Updated Film, 1995, projects stirring and poignant images of Africa, This film combines authentic footage spanning 20 years, with Fanshawe's innovative score. We see glimpses of the performance with The Bournemouth Symphony Chorus, Choristers of St Georges Cathedral, solo Wilhelmenia Fernandez, conducted by Neville Creed. The film also introduces Fanshawe's new work Dona Nobis Pacem - A Hymn for World Peace.
Our Take
Expert, independent review by the HollyFlixHD Editorial Team
Analyzing cinematography, narrative pacing, and lead performances for African Sanctus - Revisited. Writing review...
Full Cast & Characters
Director & Crew
Herbert Chappell
Director
Where to Watch African Sanctus - Revisited Online
You can currently stream African Sanctus - Revisited online or watch it in HD via the link below.
Find African Sanctus - Revisited StreamingFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch African Sanctus - Revisited online?
African Sanctus - Revisited (1995) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of African Sanctus - Revisited?
It has a TMDB rating of 0.0/10 based on 0 votes.
Who directed African Sanctus - Revisited?
African Sanctus - Revisited was directed by Herbert Chappell and released in 1995.
How long is African Sanctus - Revisited?
African Sanctus - Revisited has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1995-01-01
- Status
- Released