House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
Nov 14, 2024 · 15m
Director
Jamal AdemolaOverview
Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the diaspora. Their reflections culminate in Sun Records, a magnificent ode to Free Jazz. Along the way, Akua uncovers unexpected and profound truths about her father. Executive produced by Monika Navarro and EmmoLei Sankofa.
Cast of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
Crew of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
Jamal AdemolaDirector, Writer, Producer
Kris SimmsProducer- Monika NavarroExecutive Producer
- Sam AkinyeleDirector of Photography
- Mobolaji OlaoniyeDirector of Photography
- Aiko TankaDirector of Photography
- Prince BaniniDirector of Photography
- Susannah SmithEditor
- EmmoLei SankofaMusic
- Kristina MotwaniConsulting Editor
- Gabriel D. FreemanLocation Sound Recordist
- Robinder UppalSupervising Producer
About House of Aama: Threads of Legacy
What is House of Aama: Threads of Legacy about?
Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the…
When was House of Aama: Threads of Legacy released?
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was released on November 14, 2024.
How long is House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy runs 15 minutes.
Who directed House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
House of Aama: Threads of Legacy was directed by Jamal Ademola.
Who is in the cast of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy?
The cast of House of Aama: Threads of Legacy includes Akua Shabaka (Herself), Rebecca L. Henry (Herself), Jamaiel Shabaka (Himself), Sun Ra (Himself) and Alice Coltrane (Herself).