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2019102 minPGdocumentary

Popxop

2019102 minPGdocumentary

The Popxop sing stories and secrets of the Atlantic Forest, ensuring community health and celebrating shamanic encounters among the Tikmu´un - Maxakali people.

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Natalino Maxakali,

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The Popxop sing stories and secrets of the Atlantic Forest, ensuring community health and celebrating shamanic encounters among the Tikmu´un - Maxakali people.

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Natalino Maxakalidirector

Ana Estreladirector

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In the Atlantic Forest, the Popxop visit the Tikmu´un - Maxakali villages. They spend extended periods in these communities, sharing songs that tell stories and convey secrets of the forest. These gatherings promote health and joy among the people. The Popxop also engage in shamanic encounters, reinforcing cultural traditions. The film runs for 102 minutes and presents a vivid portrayal of this unique relationship between the singers and the indigenous community.

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