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African Film and Adapting ‘The Color Purple’ With Blitz Bazawule
Bazawule discusses the importance of African films made by African filmmakers, his experience working with Beyoncé on ‘Black Is King,’ his upcoming musical adaptation of ‘The Color Purple,’ and more
Van and Rachel are joined by musician, author, and director Blitz Bazawule to discuss the importance of African films made by African filmmakers (7:27), his experience working with Beyoncé on Black Is King (10:44), and his upcoming musical adaptation of The Color Purple (14:39). Plus, which country has the best jollof (26:30)?
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: Blitz Bazawule
Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.
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Rachel Lindsay is an author, attorney, media personality, and podcaster. She currently cohosts The Ringer’s ‘Higher Learning’ and ‘Morally Corrupt Bravo Show’ podcasts. Rachel is known for making history as the first Black lead in the franchise’s history on the 13th season of ABC’s ‘The Bachelorette.’
