Congá
Synopsis
The Umbanda temple "Vovó Maria Conga and Caboclo Sete Flechas" has existed for 55 years in Catalão, a city founded by the Spanish bandeirantes that is located at the countryside of Goiás. The central figure of the temple is the priest Dona Maria Helena, also known as Vovó Maria Conga, namesake of the entity whom she has walked with since when she had been called to serve spiritually for her city - having to abandon her Catholic tradition. Maria Helena defends her space amid difficulties and practices linked to religious syncretism, deeply rooted in Brazilian cultural reality, referring to her terreiro as a house of "Umbanda branca".
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Pires
- Original Title
- Congá
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Pires
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Pires
Director
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What is Congá about?
The Umbanda temple "Vovó Maria Conga and Caboclo Sete Flechas" has existed for 55 years in Catalão, a city founded by the Spanish bandeirantes that is located at the countryside of Goiás. The central figure of the temple is the priest Dona Maria Helena, also known as Vovó Maria Conga, namesake of the entity whom she has walked with since when she had been called to serve spiritually for her city - having to abandon her Catholic tradition. Maria Helena defends her space amid difficulties and practices linked to religious syncretism, deeply rooted in Brazilian cultural reality, referring to her terreiro as a house of "Umbanda branca".
Who directed Congá?
Congá was directed by Daniel Pires.
Who stars in Congá?
The principal cast of Congá includes Not specified.
When was Congá released and how long is it?
Congá was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 20m.