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Alentejo, Alentejo

Alentejo, Alentejo

Apr 24, 2014 · 1h 38m

Rated 5.8 out of 10

Director

Sérgio Tréfaut

Overview

Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just Cante, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This film will be a journey into the hot Alentejo countryside (Southern region of Portugal) discovering Cante music and the life of its performers. Not many people outside Portugal know about these a capella polyphonic choirs, typically formed by 20 to 30 male agricultural workers or miners, that seem to express the deep voice of the Earth.

Cast of Alentejo, Alentejo

About Alentejo, Alentejo

What is Alentejo, Alentejo about?

Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just Cante, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This film will be a journey into the hot Alentejo countryside (Southern region of Portugal) discovering Cante music and the life of its performers. Not many people outside Portugal know…

When was Alentejo, Alentejo released?

Alentejo, Alentejo was released on April 24, 2014.

How long is Alentejo, Alentejo?

Alentejo, Alentejo runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who directed Alentejo, Alentejo?

Alentejo, Alentejo was directed by Sérgio Tréfaut.

Who is in the cast of Alentejo, Alentejo?

The cast of Alentejo, Alentejo includes Hugo Bentes.

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