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When the Drum Is Beating

2011
84 minutes
Documentary
Directed By: Whitney Dow
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The 20-member band Septentrional has been making music for 62 years as Haiti's most celebrated big band. This inspirational doc charts the history of Haiti from its independence from French colonialism to 2010's devastating earthquake-all set to the vibrant music of Septentrional and punctuated with personal memories.

Language
English
Release Date
April 22, 2011
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