Shomõtsi (2001)
Shomõtsi is a witty and engaging Ashaninka Indian, a father who has raised his children alone. A neighbor and friend of the filmmaker, he discusses the Ashaninka uses of anatto dye, cassava and of Coca. Unlike whites, he says, Indians respect coca's medicinal power. Shomõtsi and two other elders go to a neighboring city to collect their pensions. They have to set up camp overnight waiting for their money and grumble about the materialism of the Brazilian shopkeepers. After making a few modest purchases, Shomõtsi gladly heads back to the village.
Director: Wewito Piyãko
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 42 min
Release Date: January 1, 2001
Editing: Mari Corrêa
Production: Vídeo nas Aldeias
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shomõtsi about?
- Shomõtsi is a witty and engaging Ashaninka Indian, a father who has raised his children alone. A neighbor and friend of the filmmaker, he discusses the Ashaninka uses of anatto dye, cassava and of Coca. Unlike whites, he says, Indians respect coca's medicinal power. Shomõtsi and two other elders go to a neighboring city to collect their pensions. They have to set up camp overnight waiting for their money and grumble about the materialism of the Brazilian shopkeepers. After making a few modest purchases, Shomõtsi gladly heads back to the village.
- Who directed Shomõtsi?
- Shomõtsi was directed by Wewito Piyãko.
- How long is Shomõtsi?
- Shomõtsi has a runtime of 42m (42 minutes).
- What genre is Shomõtsi?
- Shomõtsi is a Documentary film.
- Where was Shomõtsi produced?
- Shomõtsi was produced in Brazil.