Nheengatu – The Language of the Amazon

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Released October 22, 2020

Overview

Nheengatu – The Language of the Amazon takes us on a journey along the Negro River, on the trail of this language imposed on indigenous people by the first Portuguese colonialists who landed in Brazil in the 15th century. Throughout the various encounters with local communities that still speak this language, the director faces the different cultural, historical and social issues that confront tradition and future.

Runtime

1h 54m


Origin Country

Brazil


Original Language

Portuguese


Original Title

Nheengatu – A Língua da Amazónia


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Brazil
  • Portugal

Spoken Languages

  • Português (Portuguese)

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    Refinaria Filmes

    Brazil

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    David & Golias

    Brazil

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