Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango
Dec 13, 2013 · 1h 33m
Director
Dom PedroOverview
Explores the expression of Tango's Africanness and the contribution of African cultures in the creation of the tango. Tango was a reflection of the social life of the slaves that were taken to South America - including Argentina and Uruguay - mostly from central Africa, particularly from the former Kongo Kingdom. Director Dom Pedro reveals the depth of the footprints of the African music on the tango, through this rich movie combining musical performances and interviews from many tango fans and historians in Latin America and Europe, including the renowned Argentinean pianist Juan Carlos Caceres.
Cast of Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango
Crew of Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango
About Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango
What is Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango about?
Explores the expression of Tango's Africanness and the contribution of African cultures in the creation of the tango. Tango was a reflection of the social life of the slaves that were taken to South America - including Argentina and Uruguay - mostly from central Africa, particularly from the former Kongo Kingdom. Director Dom Pedro reveals the depth of the footprints of the African music on the…
When was Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango released?
Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango was released on December 13, 2013.
How long is Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango?
Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Who directed Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango?
Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango was directed by Dom Pedro.
Who is in the cast of Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango?
The cast of Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango includes Juan Carlos Cáceres (Self).