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201182 minGdocumentary

Lima Bruja

201182 minGdocumentary

More than 70 years of life experience is shared by veteran criollo singers in Lima, who keep traditional Creole music alive through interviews and performances.

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More than 70 years of life experience is shared by veteran criollo singers in Lima, who keep traditional Creole music alive through interviews and performances.

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Rafael Polardirector

Rafael Polarwriter

Javier Becerra Heraudwriter

Willy Terrycast

Papeo Abáncast

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A birthday celebration in Lima sets the stage for a look at traditional Creole music. Veteran criollo singers, most over 70 years old, share their experiences and performances. They incorporate music into their daily lives, reflecting their cultural heritage. Through interviews and songs, the documentary reveals how these artists strive to keep their traditions alive amid growing disinterest in the genre within contemporary Peruvian music. The film runs for 82 minutes and was released in 2011.

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