An homage to the inspirational African-American civil rights leader, Seven Songs for Malcolm X collects testimonies, eyewitness accounts and dramatic reenactments to tell the life, legacy, loves, and losses of Malcolm X.

* One of John Akomfrah’s less celebrated works, but indispensable nonetheless. With cinematography by Arthur Jafa, who is also a legend in his own right. This film should be required viewing for anyone interested in modern Black history and international revolutionary struggle. [GD]