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202426 minPGdocumentary

Confluences

202426 minPGdocumentary

In São João do Piauí, Antonio Bispo dos Santos, known as Nêgo Bispo, shares the cultural practices and daily life of the Saco-Curtume quilombo community.

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Dácia Ibiapina

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In São João do Piauí, Antonio Bispo dos Santos, known as Nêgo Bispo, shares the cultural practices and daily life of the Saco-Curtume quilombo community.

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Antonio Bispo dos Santos, known as Nêgo Bispo, shares his knowledge and experiences in the Saco-Curtume quilombo. Located in the rural area of São João do Piauí, this community celebrates its unique traditions and ways of life. The 26-minute documentary captures the daily activities and cultural practices that define the quilombo, reflecting the rich heritage and communal spirit of its residents. Through Bispo's teachings, the film presents a vivid portrait of this vibrant community.

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