Synopsis
Senegalese pop sensation Youssou Ndour has spent the last 20 years in the spotlight as a world-renowned musician and the iconic representative "voice of Africa." At the height of his career, Youssou became frustrated by the negative perception of his Muslim faith and composed Egypt, a deeply spiritual album dedicated to a more tolerant view of Islam. The album's brave musical message was wholeheartedly embraced by Western audiences but ignited serious religious controversy in his homeland of Senegal. The film chronicles the difficult journey Youssou must undertake to assume his true calling.
Trailers
Technical team
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi Directing
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi Writing
Martin Davich Music
James Newton Howard Music
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi Producing
Miklos C. Vasarhelyi Executive Producing
Production
57th & Irving Productions
Groovy Griot
Little Monster Films
Oscilloscope


