Candombe (2001)

Candombe

2001

Documentary Music

Synopsis

Candombe reflects the lifestyle of an Afro-Uruguayan culture residing in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. This culture, originating from African slaves brought to the shores of the Río de la Plata, lives in an environment of constant music and dance. Its music is based on drum-beat percussion, and its dance is performed by a series of traditional characters: "La Mama Vieja," "El Escobero," "El Gramillero," and "Las Bailarinas."

Credits

Director

Carlos Páez Vilaró

Hassen Balut

Silvestre Jacobi

Crew

Oscar Pozzoli (Director of Photography)

Pablo Ratto (Editor)

Carlos Páez Vilaró (Writer)

Hassen Balut (Writer)

Silvestre Jacobi (Writer)

Director