They Will Have to Kill Us First: Malian Music In Exile

In 2012, jihadists took control of Northern Mali, imposing one of the harshest interpretations of sharia law in recent years and, crucially for Mali, banning music. Radio stations were destroyed, instruments were burned and overnight, Mali's musicians were forced into hiding or exile where many remain even now. Follow these musicians as they fight to keep music alive. Featuring rare footage of the jihadists, a glimpse at life in refugee camps and the perilous journeys home to war-ravaged cities, THEY WILL HAVE TO KILL US FIRST is a tale of courage in the face of conflict as Malian musicians refuse to give up the fight for their right to sing.

Grosses

Domestic (48.6%)
$7,516
Summary Details
DistributorBBC Worldwide North America
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Opening$4,106
2 theaters
Running Time1 hr 40 min
GenresDocumentary
In Release303 days/43 weeks
Widest Release2 theaters
DateRankWeekend %± LW TheatersChange AvgTo DateWeekend
Mar 4-677$4,106-2-$2,053$4,1061
Mar 11-1394$1,592-61.2%1-1$1,592$7,5162