Congo, Jazz & the CIA: Oscar-Nominated Documentary Revisits Lumumba Assassination
Web Exclusive – February 17, 2025
The Oscar-nominated documentary “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat” delves into the complex events surrounding the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first democratically elected Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The film intricately examines the political machinations, international influences, and the pivotal role of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in the tumultuous period following Congolese independence.
This documentary, highly acclaimed for its innovative blend of historical footage and evocative jazz compositions, promises to offer a fresh perspective on a critical moment in African history and its enduring impacts. We will conduct a full-length interview where the filmmakers will discuss their research, their methodologies and the importance of bringing this story to a wider audience.
Further details on the interview will be provided soon. Stay tuned for an in-depth exploration of this compelling cinematic work and its revelations.
