Documentary
I’LL RISE - BEATS OF BENIN
Rhythm runs deep in Benin, not just in music, but in the way people move, gather, and celebrate life.
For an new series for Vice and the European Union called I’ll Rise, we followed Afro House DJ AMÉMÉ on a journey back to his roots exploring how the energy of the streets, the sounds of the coast, and the spirit of community continue to shape his global path.
Shot across Cotonou, Porto Novo, Ouidah and beyond, this episode celebrates identity, movement and the power of homegrown talent.
Credits
Client: INTPA
Agency: Glass Creative Studio / VICE - Carsten Meijer
Production House: Eyeforce
Director & DOP: Arthur Neumeier
Co-Director: Raphadu Maphoto
Executive Producer: Samantha Lowe
Pitch Producer: Coco Seignette
Project Lead & Producer: Patricia Simon
Production Manager: Sbusisiwe Luhlongwane
Focus Puller: Kevin Schnider
Local Fixer (Benin): Arnaud Vissor (Hoodlum Film Fixers)
Post Production House: Form.post
Post Producers: Peta Synnot-Marzetti, Patricia Simon
Episode Editor: Tim Weyer
Composer TVC: Lucas Vidal
Sound Mix: Luis Trujillo Garrido
Colour Grade: Graham Hunt
Beats of Benin
AMÉMÉ
Management: Joshua Brandon, Seven 7
Music Label: One Tribe
Press Manager: Patrick Ames, Apricity
Special Thanks to: Amémé’s family - Marianne, Helene, Ayoko. Eya Studio, all local talents;
dancers, drummers & people who allowed us to capture their vibrant culture.
