Ex-Shaman
Originally released in 2018. Ex-Shaman is a documentary film. directed by Luiz Bolognesi. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Ever since their first contact with the Western world in 1969 the Paiter Suruí, an indigenous people living in the Amazon basin, have been exposed to sweeping social changes. Smartphones, gas, electricity, medicines, weapons and social media have now replaced their traditional way of life. Illness is a risk for a community increasingly unable to isolate itself from the modernization brought by white people or the power of the church. Ethnocide threatens to destroy their soul. With dogged persistence, Perpera, a former shaman, is searching for a way to restore the old vitality to his village.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 17, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ex-Shaman about?
Ever since their first contact with the Western world in 1969 the Paiter Suruí, an indigenous people living in the Amazon basin, have been exposed to sweeping social changes. Smartphones, gas, ele...
Who directed Ex-Shaman?
Ex-Shaman was directed by Luiz Bolognesi.
How long is Ex-Shaman?
Ex-Shaman has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Ex-Shaman released?
Ex-Shaman was released on February 17, 2018 in theaters.