Blitz Bazawule
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Blitz Bazawule is a filmmaker and musician born in Accra, Ghana and based in Brooklyn, New York. Blitz's short films Native Sun (2012) and Diasporadical Trilogìa (2016) have premiered at BAM New Voices in Black Cinema. His debut feature film The Burial of Kojo was released in 2018, later released on Netflix via Ava DuVernay's ARRAY distribution company. Bazawule wrote, directed, co-edited and co-prouced the film, as well as providing the soundtrack. As a musician and band leader, Bazawule has released 4 studio albums under the name Blitz the Ambassador - Stereotype (2009), Native Sun (2011), Afropolitan Dreams (2014) and Diasporadical (2016) as well as the soundtrack album to The Burial of Kojo (2019) - and has performed at music festivals such as Roskilde (Denmark), Solidays (France), Mawazine (Morocco) and Sauti za Busara (Zanzibar). Blitz is a 2016 TED Fellow and recipient of the Vilcek Prize.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Blitz Bazawule reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Blitz Bazawule's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Blitz Bazawule remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Native Sun, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Blitz Bazawule Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Blitz Bazawule's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Blitz Bazawule.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Oprah & The Color Purple Journey | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Native Sun | The Photographer (as Blitz the Ambassador) | Average | Similar → |
Blitz Bazawule - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Blitz Bazawule?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Blitz Bazawule is "Native Sun" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Blitz Bazawule acted in?
Blitz Bazawule has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.