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Getting it Back: The Story of Cymande - Q&A

The director of a documentary about British funk pioneers Cymande joins the band at BFI Southbank to talk about the film.

Inside Film 2024 22 mins

Overview

Deb Grant interviews director Tim MacKenzie-Smith and the band Cymande about their new documentary, which aims to elevate the incredible story of the British funk pioneers from undeserved obscurity.

Original title

Getting it Back: The Story of Cymande Q&A

Featuring

Deb Grant , Tim MacKenzie-Smith and Cymande

Genres

Inside Film and Non-Fiction

Country

United Kingdom

Language

English

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