Piripkura
“The last two survivors”
Synopsis
The last two surviving members of the Piripkura people, a nomadic tribe in the Mato Grosso region of Brazil, struggle to maintain their indigenous way of life amidst the region's massive deforestation. Living deep in the rainforest, Pakyî and Tamandua live off the land relying on a machete, an ax, and a torch lit in 1998.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
International Documentary Festival Amsterdam
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mariana Oliva, Renata Terra, Bruno Jorge
- Screenplay & Story
- Renata Terra, Mariana Oliva
- Original Score
- Vitor Araújo
- Original Title
- Piripkura
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Zeza Filmes, Maria Farinha Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mariana Oliva, Renata Terra, Bruno Jorge
Renata Terra, Mariana Oliva
Vitor Araújo
Bruno Jorge, Dado Carlín
Leopoldo Nakata, Renata Terra
Mariana Oliva
Department Leadership Roster
Mariana Oliva
Director
Renata Terra
Director
Renata Terra
Writer
Mariana Oliva
Writer
Leopoldo Nakata
Editor
Renata Terra
Editor
Vitor Araújo
Original Music Composer
Bruno Jorge
Director
Bruno Jorge
Director of Photography
Dado Carlín
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Piripkura
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What is Piripkura about?
The last two surviving members of the Piripkura people, a nomadic tribe in the Mato Grosso region of Brazil, struggle to maintain their indigenous way of life amidst the region's massive deforestation. Living deep in the rainforest, Pakyî and Tamandua live off the land relying on a machete, an ax, and a torch lit in 1998.
Who directed Piripkura?
Piripkura was directed by Mariana Oliva, Renata Terra, Bruno Jorge.
Who stars in Piripkura?
The principal cast of Piripkura includes Jair Condor, Rita Tupi Kawahib, Pakyî, Tamandua, Leila Sílvia Burger.
When was Piripkura released and how long is it?
Piripkura was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Piripkura?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Piripkura was composed by Vitor Araújo.