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1997 / 52 minutes

Directed by
Sylvie Timbert Carmen Opipari
Country of production
France

In the divine Afro Brazilian cult Candomble is an initiation religion centred around possession. The filmmakers concentrate on children who introduce and guide us to this world. The children play at Candomble. Passing from simulation of the representation, the children touch on the possession dance. Many are eager to be possessed. The film explores what Candomble may offer them.

Language and subtitles
Portuguese with English Subtitles
Region
South America
Country
Brazil
Keywords
Children / Young people Dance / Theatre / Performance Possession Ritual