Congados
Oct 05, 1976 · 17m
Director
Padre MassoteOverview
The congada was born in Minas Gerais, two centuries ago and is the only popular Afro-Brazilian ritual linked to Catholicism. Every year, on the occasion of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary in Ouro Preto, descendants of the slaves from Angola, Congo and Mozambique gather to celebrate the enthronement of a new king.
Crew of Congados
About Congados
What is Congados about?
The congada was born in Minas Gerais, two centuries ago and is the only popular Afro-Brazilian ritual linked to Catholicism. Every year, on the occasion of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary in Ouro Preto, descendants of the slaves from Angola, Congo and Mozambique gather to celebrate the enthronement of a new king.
When was Congados released?
Congados was released on October 5, 1976.
How long is Congados?
Congados runs 17 minutes.
Who directed Congados?
Congados was directed by Padre Massote.
Who is in the cast of Congados?
The cast of Congados includes Edson T. Santos (Self), Padre Cartelle (Self) and Fábio Martins (Narrator (voice)).