Woven Songs of the Amazon (2007)
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.
Top Cast
Anna Stevens
Herself / Narrator
Herlinda Agustín Fernandez
Herself
Enrique Flores Sinuiri
Himself
Manuela Agustín Fernandez
Herself
Magdalena Flores Agustín
Herself
Limber Agustín Fernandez
Himself
Basilio Lopez Shuya
Himself
Bernardo Murayari Ochavano
Himself
Juan Flores Agustín
Himself
David Flores Agustín
Himself
FAQ about Woven Songs of the Amazon
What is Woven Songs of the Amazon about?
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…
When was Woven Songs of the Amazon released?
Woven Songs of the Amazon was released in 2007.
What genres does Woven Songs of the Amazon belong to?
Woven Songs of the Amazon is categorised as Documentary.
Who stars in Woven Songs of the Amazon?
The cast of Woven Songs of the Amazon includes Anna Stevens, Herlinda Agustín Fernandez, Enrique Flores Sinuiri, Manuela Agustín Fernandez, Magdalena Flores Agustín.