Fantastic Man
Feb 25, 2014 · 31m
Director
Jake SumnerOverview
The music of Nigeria’s reclusive synth funk innovator William Onyeabor has reached a new level of exposure via Luaka Bop’s excellent Who Is William Onyeabor? compilation last year, yet many hard facts about Onyeabor’s biography remain elusive. In their new documentary “Fantastic Man,” Noisey speaks with musicians and champions of Onyeabor’s music, including our own Quinton Scott and Duncan Brooker who included the sublime “Better Change Your Mind” on the first Nigeria 70 compilation, about their appreciation for his music, and the search for the facts about his life.
Cast of Fantastic Man
Crew of Fantastic Man
About Fantastic Man
What is Fantastic Man about?
The music of Nigeria’s reclusive synth funk innovator William Onyeabor has reached a new level of exposure via Luaka Bop’s excellent Who Is William Onyeabor? compilation last year, yet many hard facts about Onyeabor’s biography remain elusive. In their new documentary “Fantastic Man,” Noisey speaks with musicians and champions of Onyeabor’s music, including our own Quinton Scott and Duncan…
When was Fantastic Man released?
Fantastic Man was released on February 25, 2014.
How long is Fantastic Man?
Fantastic Man runs 31 minutes.
Who directed Fantastic Man?
Fantastic Man was directed by Jake Sumner.
Who is in the cast of Fantastic Man?
The cast of Fantastic Man includes William Onyeabor (Self), Damon Albarn (Self), Caribou (Self), Edward Keazor (Self) and Femi Kuti (Self).