Voices of Sarafina!

The film features cast members from the anti-Apartheid musical Sarafina, performing at the Lincoln Center. Their performances blend traditional folk songs with contemporary music by artists like Hugh Masakela. This documentary also includes interviews where the cast reflects on the challenges they face in South Africa.

Miriam Makeba, an influential singer and activist, makes an appearance in the film, expressing her gratitude to the cast for sharing their story with the world. Ngema, the writer-director, emphasizes the risks his cast faces for voicing their opinions upon returning home. Voices of Sarafina! serves as a poignant reminder of the intersection of art and political struggle during a turbulent time in South Africa.