When the Drum Is Beating (2011)

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.

Released April 22, 2011 84 min None+

Genres: Documentary, Music

Watch Providers: Kanopy

Country: United States
Production Countries: Haiti, United States
Languages: English