Woven Songs of the Amazon
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Woven Songs of the Amazon

2007·54 min
The Shipibo-Konibo people of Peruvian Amazon decorate their pottery, jewelry, textiles, and body art with complex geometric patterns called kené. These patterns also have corresponding songs, called icaros, which are integral to the Shipibo way of life. This documentary explores these unique art forms, and one Shipibo family's efforts to safeguard the tradition.
Genres:
Documentary
Original Title
Woven Songs of the Amazon
Original Language
English
Production Country
United States
Release Date
01/01/2007