Bertsolari

A quiet, respectful look at an old verbal craft, watching skilled performers think on their feet before crowds.

Directed by

Asier Altuna

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Maialen Lujanbio, Andoni Egaña, Joseba Zulaika

Overview

The 'bertsolari' is a kind of minstrel sings and improvises verses in Basque. This oral tradition has evolved with the times and connecting with younger generations, getting to meet at the end of the last championship to 14 thousand people. An austere aesthetic art of surprising in this age of spectacle and special effects.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

Art, identity, trauma

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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