AfroPoP: Being Pavarotti 56mins
Produced by Odette Geldenhuys
A 13-year-old boy from a shantytown in South Africa, Elton's extraordinary voice is all he really has. Elton uses his singing to contribute to his mother's efforts to keep the family well. Navigating police restrictions and soon getting noticed and invited places to sing, 'Being Pavarotti' is the story of one small boy with a very big voice. Watch, and listen, as he tries to realize his dream against the harsh realities of poverty, parental pressure and the absence of love.
"AfroPoP" is sponsored by the Coporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).
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talent without opportunity is the most depressing thing as so many have the opportunities and squander their talents. I wish these boys all the best!! I really enjoyed the doc.
Posted by Jules | Oct 31 2009 at 10:37 pm | report this comment
I just watched the last part of "Being Pavarotti". Good singers (although they need to not force their voices). I hope they are able to do well. Thank you for telling us about them.
Posted by Kevin | Jan 16 2009 at 02:06 am | report this comment
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Posted by Jules | Oct 31 2009 at 10:42 pm | report this comment