BBC iPlayer: Under African Skies (2012)

'Under African Skies' (2012) // Words: Saam Das

One of the finest documentary films I have ever seen, it is an incredible coup that the BBC have had the opportunity to share the brilliant Paul Simon documentary 'Under African Skies' with the British public. Hopefully you will be wise enough to take advantage of the opportunity.

Film Review: Under African Skies (2012)

'Under African Skies' // Words: Saam Das

Paul Simon is undoubtedly one of the most well-known and well-loved musicians of his generation, propelled by his work with former collaborator Art Garfunkel before embarking on an equally acclaimed solo career. Arguably the pinnacle of his career has been his 1986 'Graceland' album, which infused Western pop with African rhythms - somewhat controversially as this excellent documentary demonstrates.