Woven Songs of the Amazon

Synopsis

The Shipibo-Konibo people of Peruvian Amazon decorate their pottery, jewelry, textiles, and body art with complex geometric patterns called kené. These patterns also have corresponding songs, called icaros, which are integral to the Shipibo way of life. This documentary explores these unique art forms, and one Shipibo family's efforts to safeguard the tradition.

Director

Anna Stevens

Music

Luis Guerra

Studio

Green Spider Films

Released

1 January 2007

Genres

Documentary