Summaries

Documentary about French-born Pierre Verger, who lived between Bahia (Brazil) and Africa from 1946 until his death in 1996, and dedicated himself to photograph and research the Candomblé rites, becoming himself deeply involved with the religious communities. This film includes his very last interview to Brazilian composer Gilberto Gil, one day before Verger's death at 93.—fabreu

Details

Keywords
  • character name in title
  • portrait
Genres
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Mar 29, 2005
Countries of origin Brazil
Language French Portuguese Yoruba Fon
Filming locations Benin
Production companies Conspiração Filmes GNT Globosat Gege Produções

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 22m
Color Color Black and White
Aspect ratio

Synopsis

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