Angélique Kidjo

Acting

Angélique Kidjo

Born July 14, 1960 · Ouidah, Benin (age 66)

Angélique Kidjo, is a Grammy Award-winning Beninese singer-songwriter, actress and activist, noted for her diverse musical influences and creative music videos. Description above from the Wikipedia article Angélique Kidjo, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Known For

The Woman KingThe Woman King · 2022
The Woman King
7.62022
MovieActionDrama
The story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen, and General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
People I KnowPeople I Know · 2002
People I Know
5.22002
MovieDramaThriller
A New York press agent must scramble when his major client becomes embroiled in a huge scandal.
Femme NoireFemme Noire · 2017
Femme Noire
2017
MovieMusic
The BravesThe Braves · 2022
The Braves
6.72022
MovieDrama
Best friends Alma and Margot are inseparable, whether it’s terrorizing cheating lovers or crashing wedding parties. The two women also share the same dream of a successful career on the stage. They get one step closer when they are cast as lead and understudy in a high-profile play in Paris. Alma is keeping a secret that puts her role in jeopardy, but with the unwavering support of Margot, they will try their best to ensure that the show goes on.
Santana: Hymns for Peace - Live at MontreuxSantana: Hymns for Peace - Live at Montreux · 2004
Santana: Hymns for Peace - Live at Montreux
7.02004
MovieMusic
On July 15, 2004, Santana took to the stage in Montreux accompanied by a stunning line-up of guests to perform a concert of songs about peace and understanding that they dubbed "Hymns For Peace". Joining the regular Santana line-up in the band were Chick Corea, John McLaughlin, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Ravi Coltrane and Idrissa Diop with further guest appearances through the night from Angelique Kidjo, Barbara Morrison, Patti Austin, Sylver Sharp, Steve Winwood and Nile Rodgers.
Mother of GeorgeMother of George · 2013
Mother of George
5.32013
MovieDrama
A Nigerian couple living in Brooklyn are having trouble conceiving a child - a problem that defies cultural expectations and leads to a shocking decision that could either save or destroy them.
The CEOThe CEO · 2016
The CEO
5.52016
MovieMystery
Five top level staff of a company are selected for a retreat where the new CEO of a global company will be chosen. What starts off as cordial soon goes sour as they attempt to outdo one another to be named The CEO.
She Rises UpShe Rises Up · 2024
She Rises Up
10.02024
MovieDocumentary
She Rises Up chronicles the remarkable journeys of three women who are helping to lift their communities out of poverty through the local businesses they fight the odds to maintain. Gladys in Peru, Magatte in Senegal, and Selyna in Sri Lanka reveal the explosive implications of women’s economic participation and the role entrepreneurs and small businesses play in women gaining financial independence, and ultimately reducing poverty for all.

Filmography

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Angélique Kidjo '40th Anniversary'Angélique Kidjo '40th Anniversary' · 2023
Angélique Kidjo '40th Anniversary'
2023
MovieMusic
A journey through 40 years of music at the Royal Albert Hall - as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival. Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo, named by TIME magazine as 'Africa's premier diva', graced the Royal Albert Hall on 17 November 2023 to spectacularly kick off her highly anticipated 2023 - 2024 world tour. The high-energy performance was a celebration of Kidjo's unbelievable 40-year career and featured special guests, including Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf, Senegalese superstar Youssou N'Dour, Afropop pioneer Stonebwoy, and the UK's very own Laura Mvula. The performance, available to stream in cinematic quality, was accompanied by the Chineke Orchestra and conducted by Chris Cameron, for an extravaganza of astounding vocals, unmatched musicality and electric performances.