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20229 minPGdoc-short

A Woman Thinking

20229 minPGdoc-short

A Yanomami woman observes a shaman as he prepares Yãkoana, a food meant to nourish spirits and facilitate access to their world.

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Roseane Yariana Yanomami,

Aida Harika Yanomami,

Edmar Tokorino Yanomami

Synopsis

A Yanomami woman observes a shaman as he prepares Yãkoana, a food meant to nourish spirits and facilitate access to their world.

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Roseane Yariana Yanomami

Roseane Yariana Yanomamidirector

Aida Harika Yanomami

Aida Harika Yanomamidirector

Edmar Tokorino Yanomami

Edmar Tokorino Yanomamidirector

Synopsis

A Yanomami woman observes a shaman as he prepares the Yãkoana, a sacred food intended for the spirits. This 2022 documentary, lasting nine minutes, centers on the narrative of a young indigenous woman. The Yãkoana nourishes the Xapiri, allowing shamans to access the spirit world. The film presents a dialogue between different perspectives and imaginations, reflecting the cultural significance of this ritual within the Yanomami community.

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