Deep Dive: Fait Vivir (2019)
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Fait Vivir is a 2019 documentary film set in a remote tropical town in Colombia where a governor bans all artistic expressions, including dancing and singing. This prohibition leads to the creation of Makondo, a work by the Gypsy Kumbia Orchestra that unites musicians and artists globally. The narrative is told through the eyes of Manuk, a five-year-old boy, who recounts the adventures of this eclectic group as they travel through villages affected by armed conflict.
Directed and written by Oscar Ruiz Navia, the film was co-produced between Colombia and Canada and released internationally on August 14, 2020. It has participated in several film festivals, including the Bogotá International Film Festival and the Biarritz Latin American Film Festival, showcasing its significance in the documentary genre and its cultural impact.
Why Watch
- •Meet Manuk, a five-year-old storyteller from Colombia.
- •See the Gypsy Kumbia Orchestra's unique artistic expression.
- •Find out how art survives under oppressive rules.
Did You Know
•Fait Vivir was released internationally on August 14, 2020.
•The film has a runtime of 76 minutes.
•It participated in at least six international film festivals.
•Rodrigo Torrijos from Rolling Stone Colombia rated it three and a half stars.
Perfect For
Colombian culture enthusiastsDocumentary film fansMusic and art lovers