Looking for Cesária Évora
"The Music of Cape Verde"
Originally released in 2019. Looking for Cesária Évora is a documentary film. directed by Jan Kerhart. At just 53 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Cesária Évora, Joaquim de Almeida, and Rufino Almeida
Synopsis
Cesária Évora made the music of the Cape Verde islands famous throughout the world in the early 1990s. This film is an introduction to the culture, music and zest for life of the Cape Verdean people. On the occasion of the famous carnival of Mindelno, on the island of São Vicente where Cesaria Évora was born, this documentary offers a musical journey to discover "Sodade" and its legacy. Cesaria Évora, who died in 2011 after a twenty-year career, has allowed Cape Verde to shine throughout the world. The "barefoot diva", considered the queen of the morna has conquered the world and inspired many Cape Verdean artists. The small archipelago, which was for several centuries an important hub of the slave trade has promoted since then an important ethnic mix, which has played an important role in the evolution of local music.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 9, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 53m
53 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Vincent Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Looking for Cesária Évora about?
Cesária Évora made the music of the Cape Verde islands famous throughout the world in the early 1990s. This film is an introduction to the culture, music and zest for life of the Cape Verdean peo...
Who directed Looking for Cesária Évora?
Looking for Cesária Évora was directed by Jan Kerhart.
How long is Looking for Cesária Évora?
Looking for Cesária Évora has a runtime of 0 hours and 53 minutes (53 minutes total).
When was Looking for Cesária Évora released?
Looking for Cesária Évora was released on June 9, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Looking for Cesária Évora?
The main cast of Looking for Cesária Évora includes Cesária Évora, Joaquim de Almeida, Rufino Almeida, José Carlos de Melo Pinto, José Da Silva.