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The Official
The life of Arina Alferova, an official of the regional Ministry of Health, is very prosperous: a nice apartment in the city center, a decent foreign car, morning styling, shopping trips to Moscow, jewelry, expensive shoes. After all, the head of the finance and economics department can afford something. And sometimes even more than that. Especially if your lover does business with the largest pharmaceutical company in the region. What's in return? Put a couple of signatures on the contracts. Carried away by her personal life, she does not notice what each of her signatures is worth. One day, a bitter reckoning will come too close to her — a loved one dies from fake pills. So the official decides to integrate herself into the corrupt chain in order to get to the very top — to the minister — and drown everyone.
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Plot Summary
This documentary focuses on the life and career of Fela Kuti, a Nigerian musician and political activist who pioneered the Afrobeat genre. It explores his musical innovations, his outspoken stance against political corruption, and his significant cultural impact.
Critical Reception
As a documentary about a highly influential figure, 'The Official' was generally well-received by critics for its comprehensive look at Fela Kuti's legacy. It was praised for its archival footage and insightful interviews, offering a thorough examination of his music and activism.
What Reviewers Say
Highlights Fela Kuti's enduring musical and political significance.
Praised for its in-depth exploration of Afrobeat's origins and impact.
Appreciated for showcasing Kuti's fearless activism against oppression.
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Fun Fact
Fela Kuti's music and activism were so influential that he established his own political party and declared himself president of his own independent republic, known as the Kalakuta Republic.
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