PAUL SIMON: UNDER AFRICAN SKIES (BLU-RAY DISC, IN SOUTH AFRICA

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 13 - 16 working days Documentary, from director Joe Berlinger, which tells the story of Paul Simon's 1986 album 'Graceland'. The album generated considerable controversy at the time due to the songwriter's decision to record parts of it in apartheid South Africa - indeed, Simon was accused of breaking the UN cultural boycott of the apartheid nation at the time. Simon protested his innocence, pointing out that the album would give a wider voice to neglected African musicians, and the album received considerable critical acclaim on its release. This documentary revisits the story of 'Graceland' and features contributions from activists and musicians, including Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney, David Byrne and Peter Gabriel. Interactive Menus Features Summary Documentary, from director Joe Berlinger, which tells the story of Paul Simon's 1986 album 'Graceland'. The album generated considerable controversy at the time due to the songwriter's decision to record parts of it in apartheid South Africa - indeed... Studio Sony Music Entertainment Format Blu-ray disc Release date 20120401 Contributors Paul Simon, Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney, David Byrne, Peter Gabriel, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones, Maya Angelou, Okeyerama Asante, Tony Cedras, Joe Berlinger (Director)