Secrets of the Tribe
"A behind-the-scenes look at a scientific community torn apart by infighting."
Originally released in 2010. Secrets of the Tribe is a documentary/tv movie film. directed by José Padilha.
Starring Robert Borofsky, Jesus Cardozo, and Marie Isabel Eguillor
Synopsis
What happens when western anthropologists descend on the Amazon and make one of the last unacculturated tribes in existence, the Yanomami, the most exhaustively filmed and studied tribe on the planet? Despite their "do no harm" creed and scientific aims, the small army of anthropologists that has studied the Yanomami since the 1960s has wreaked havoc among the tribe – and sparked a war within the anthropology community itself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 22, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- YLE
- DR
- Screen East
- Impact Partners
- Zazen Producciones
- Avenue B Productions
- SBS
- Stampede Films
- BBC
- HBO Documentary Films
- ARTE France Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secrets of the Tribe about?
What happens when western anthropologists descend on the Amazon and make one of the last unacculturated tribes in existence, the Yanomami, the most exhaustively filmed and studied tribe on the plan...
Who directed Secrets of the Tribe?
Secrets of the Tribe was directed by José Padilha.
How long is Secrets of the Tribe?
Secrets of the Tribe has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Secrets of the Tribe released?
Secrets of the Tribe was released on January 22, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Secrets of the Tribe?
The main cast of Secrets of the Tribe includes Robert Borofsky, Jesus Cardozo, Marie Isabel Eguillor, Brian Ferguson, Kenneth Good.