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The Man Behind the Microphone (12A*)+ ScreenTalk

Shubbak Festival

,Barbican Cinema 2
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Father to a nation yet not to his family, The Man Behind The Microphone is a compelling portrait of Hedi Jouini, the godfather of Tunisian music.

Known as the “Frank Sinatra of Tunisia”, Hedi Jouini is the most popular musical star in Tunisian history. His songs continue to inspire revolutionaries and conservatives

alike, striking at the heart of the post-colonial social and political upheaval of Tunisia and its continuing search for identity in the wake of the Arab Spring. Yet, despite being a peerless popular figure, Hedi Jouini kept his fame hidden from his family.

This contradictory reality is at the heart of this film, a documentary by his British-Tunisian granddaughter and filmmaker Claire Belhassine who returned to Tunisia to question why she never knew of his fame.

The result is a beautiful story of love and family, celebrity and music and – in uncovering the true stories of a man and his music – a fascinating insight into Tunisia’s cultural evolution.

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Tunisia/UK/France/US 2017 Dir Claire Belhassine 86 min

 

* = locally classified by the City of London Corporation

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Barbican Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.