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House of Aama: Threads of Legacy

House of Aama: Threads of Legacy

NOV 14, 2024 · 15 MIN · DIR. JAMAL ADEMOLA

Documentary

Filmmaker Jamal Ademola documents Akua Shabaka and her mother, Rebecca Henry, the creative minds behind the acclaimed fashion label House of Aama, as they journey to Accra, Ghana, seeking solace and inspiration after the death of Akua’s father Jamaiel Shabaka. Back in Los Angeles, they reflect on their stunning past collections that weave African folklore and migration stories from across the diaspora. Their reflections culminate in Sun Records, a magnificent ode to Free Jazz. Along the way, Akua uncovers unexpected and profound truths about her father. Executive produced by Monika Navarro and EmmoLei Sankofa.

Cast

  • Akua Shabaka

    Akua Shabaka

    Herself

  • Rebecca L. Henry

    Rebecca L. Henry

    Herself

  • Jamaiel Shabaka

    Jamaiel Shabaka

    Himself

  • Sun Ra

    Sun Ra

    Himself

  • Alice Coltrane

    Alice Coltrane

    Herself

  • Pharoah Sanders

    Pharoah Sanders

    himself

  • Michela Wariebi

    Herself

Crew

Writer

Jamal Ademola

Director of Photography

Sam Akinyele

Director of Photography

Mobolaji Olaoniye

Director of Photography

Aiko Tanka

Director of Photography

Prince Banini

Editor

Susannah Smith

Producer

Kris Simms

Producer

Jamal Ademola

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