1 Giant Leap (DVD)

Title: 1 Giant Leap (DVD)

Release Year: 2002

Running Time: Approx. 135 minutes

Label: Palm Pictures

1 Giant Leap is a groundbreaking audiovisual journey that fuses music, philosophy, and global culture. Created by Duncan Bridgeman and Jamie Catto (of Faithless), this genre-blending project takes viewers across continents—from Africa to India, Australia to the U.S.—collaborating with an eclectic mix of artists, thinkers, poets, and musicians. Featuring performances and contributions from the likes of Michael Stipe, Michael Franti, Baaba Maal, J.P. Chenet, and Speech from Arrested Development, the film is a celebration of unity in diversity, exploring themes of humanity, spirituality, and interconnectedness through sound and storytelling.

Tracklist / Featured Segments:

1. Dunya Salam – Baaba Maal

2. My Culture – Robbie Williams & Maxi Jazz

3. The Way You Dream – Michael Stipe

4. Braided Hair – Speech & Neneh Cherry

5. Passion – Michael Franti

6. Daphne – Eddi Reader

7. Rorschach Gita – Ram Dass

8. Ma’ Africa – Busi Mhlongo

9. Arrival – Lila Downs

10. What About Me? – Various Contributors

Bonus Features:

• Interviews with contributors

• Behind-the-scenes travel footage

• Commentary by the creators

• Additional performances not featured in the main film