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A hushed, literary conversation where poetry is spoken aloud and history is remembered with reverence.

Directed by

Mônica Monteiro

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Maria Bethânia, José Eduardo Agualusa, Mia Couto

Overview

Maria Bethânia takes her poetic narrative to Mozambique for the first time. The interpreter presents excerpts of works connected by different forms of expression in the Portuguese language. With testimonies from Mia Couto, José Agualusa and several Mozambican and Angolan writers and literary critics, the documentary shows the development of literature in these countries, delving on its importance during the anti-colonial resistance, the connection with native languages, the oral traditions and the influence of Brazilian writers.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Art, colonialism, memory, identity

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

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

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