When the Drum Is Beating

2011 NR 1h 24m 6.6

The 20-member band Septentrional has been making music for 62 years as Haiti's most celebrated big band. This inspirational doc charts the history of Haiti from its independence from French colonialism to 2010's devastating earthquake-all...

The 20-member band Septentrional has been making music for 62 years as Haiti's most celebrated big band. This inspirational doc charts the history of Haiti from its independence from French colonialism to 2010's devastating earthquake-all set to the vibrant music of Septentrional and punctuated with personal memories.


Info about When the Drum Is Beating

Studio(s): ITVS International, National Black Programming Consortium

Originally Released: Apr 22, 2011

Production Countries: Haiti, United States

Genres:Documentary, Music