Nheengatu – The Language of the Amazon

Nheengatu – The Language of the Amazon takes us on a journey along the Negro River, on the trail of this language imposed on indigenous people by the first Portuguese colonialists who landed in Brazil in the 15th century. Throughout the various encounters with local communities that still speak this language, the director faces the different cultural, historical and social issues that confront tradition and future.

Release Date

October 22, 2020

Runtime

114 min

Genres

Documentary

Directed by

José Barahona

Written by

José Barahona

Language

Portuguese