This is National Wake
Jun 26, 2022 · 1h 6m
Director
Mirissa NeffOverview
National Wake emerged in the late 1970s with anti-establishment ideals and a punk rock sound that won them a massive following within Johannesburg’s underground club scene. Their first and only record was banned by the country’s racist legal system and within a few years the group had disbanded. The two black members, brothers Punka and Gary Khoza, subsequently died tragically young. Eschewing talking heads for a dazzling audio-visual archive, including some great Super-8 footage, debut director Neff has forged a visceral portrait of a dissident group who were dedicated to the fight for racial freedom – a punk legacy that lives on through the band’s legend and its fans.
Cast of This is National Wake
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About This is National Wake
What is This is National Wake about?
National Wake emerged in the late 1970s with anti-establishment ideals and a punk rock sound that won them a massive following within Johannesburg’s underground club scene. Their first and only record was banned by the country’s racist legal system and within a few years the group had disbanded. The two black members, brothers Punka and Gary Khoza, subsequently died tragically young. Eschewing…
When was This is National Wake released?
This is National Wake was released on June 26, 2022.
How long is This is National Wake?
This is National Wake runs 1 hour 6 minutes (66 minutes).
Who directed This is National Wake?
This is National Wake was directed by Mirissa Neff.
Who is in the cast of This is National Wake?
The cast of This is National Wake includes Gary Khoza (Self), Punka Khoza (Self), Ivan Kadey (Self), Steve Moni (Self) and Mike Lebese (Self).