When does TUKKI – FROM ROOTS TO BAYOU take place?

The screening will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 8:30 PM.

Where will the film be shown?

TUKKI will be shown in the projector of the Gasteig HP8, Hans-Preißinger-Straße 8, 81379 Munich.

How long does the screening last?

The documentary has a runtime of 92 minutes and is expected to end around 10:00 PM.

How much do the tickets cost?

The regular ticket price is 7 euros, reduced tickets cost 5 euros.

In what language will the film be shown?

The film will be shown in the original English version with English subtitles.

Is there a supporting program after the film?

Afterwards, a get-together with drinks, snacks, and beats is planned.

TUKKI connects Africa and New Orleans in an emotional cinema evening full of jazz

Name: TUKKI – FROM ROOTS TO BAYOU
Start: 2026-10-17T20:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-17T22:00:00+02:00
Location: Gasteig HP8 – Projektor

Jazz, History and a Journey Across the Atlantic

The documentary TUKKI – FROM ROOTS TO BAYOU will be shown on Saturday, October 17, 2026, as part of the 16th African Film Days Munich at the Gasteig HP8. The screening begins at 8:30 PM and combines a musical journey of discovery, cultural identity, and the history of jazz into an impressive cinematic experience.

From Senegal to New Orleans

At the center is Senegalese jazz musician Alune Wade. On his journey through Senegal, Ghana, and Nigeria to New Orleans, he takes the audience on a search for musical connections between West Africa and the United States. His goal: to record the album New African Orleans with local musicians.

Music as a Living Memory

The film intertwines conversations with researchers, musicians, and cultural creators with studio recordings and live performances. Jazz does not appear as a completed chapter of music history, but as a dynamic dialogue between places, generations, and traditions. Spiritual perspectives, culinary rituals, and the art of parades expand the musical panorama.

A Documentary Sound Journey

With a runtime of 92 minutes and an atmospheric visual language, TUKKI follows the traces of rhythm, belonging, and cultural exchange. Original compositions and arrangements by Alune Wade give the documentary its own sound. The screening will take place in the original English version with English subtitles.

Aren't You Excited to Discover an Award-Winning Festival Film?

At the Africa International Film Festival 2025, TUKKI received the award for Best International Documentary. In Munich, the film is presented in cooperation with DOK.fest Munich. After the screening, a get-together with drinks, snacks, and beats invites guests to let the impressions of the evening resonate further.

Conclusion: Experience Cinema, Jazz, and Encounters Live

TUKKI – FROM ROOTS TO BAYOU promises an evening for all who want to experience documentary film, jazz, and global cultural perspectives together. Secure your place at the Gasteig HP8 and discover a musical journey that connects Africa and New Orleans through stories, rhythms, and shared roots.