Calado Não Dá (1999)
"Cape Verde is an archipelago situated 500km off the West Coast of Africa. On the island of Santiago lives Mano Mendi, the last player of the cimboa, a one-string violin used to accompany the traditional batuque music. Through the portrait of Mano Mendi and the learning experience of To, a music teacher in the capital city of Praia, the film shows us how this music is rooted in the rhythms of everyday life."
Director: João Nicolau
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date: May 30, 1999
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Calado Não Dá about?
- "Cape Verde is an archipelago situated 500km off the West Coast of Africa. On the island of Santiago lives Mano Mendi, the last player of the cimboa, a one-string violin used to accompany the traditional batuque music. Through the portrait of Mano Mendi and the learning experience of To, a music teacher in the capital city of Praia, the film shows us how this music is rooted in the rhythms of everyday life."
- Who directed Calado Não Dá?
- Calado Não Dá was directed by João Nicolau.
- How long is Calado Não Dá?
- Calado Não Dá has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
- What genre is Calado Não Dá?
- Calado Não Dá is a Documentary film.
- Where was Calado Não Dá produced?
- Calado Não Dá was produced in United Kingdom.