Tchiloli, Masks and Myths (2009)

Genre : Documentary

Runtime : 52M

Director : Inês Gonçalves, Kiluanje Liberdade

Synopsis

Originary from France, the "Tchiloli or Marquis of Mântua Tragedy" theatre was introduced in the African island of São Tomé in the XVIth century. Music, dances and suits are added to the renaissance text, turning this spectacle into a hybrid cultural manifestation. The Tchiloli, performed by amateur groups, integrates only men that are prominent figures in certain quarters of the island. The most popular and traditional group is the "Formiguinha". In this company, the main roles are transmitted from generation to generation. The oldest members try to keep the tradition within the family.

Actors

Crews

Inês Gonçalves
Inês Gonçalves
Director
Kiluanje Liberdade
Kiluanje Liberdade
Director
Pedro Marques
Pedro Marques
Editor
Inês Gonçalves
Inês Gonçalves
Cinematography
Kiluanje Liberdade
Kiluanje Liberdade
Sound Recordist
Emídio Buchinho
Emídio Buchinho
Sound Mixer
Inês Oliveira
Inês Oliveira
Sound Mixer
Olavo Amado
Olavo Amado
Production Office Assistant
Andreia Berttini
Andreia Berttini
Color Timer