Uaka
Synopsis
In Xingu, the Quarup - a great festive event in which men steal the divine fire, spreading it over the earth - is celebrated every year in the Kamaiurá village. Nine tribes take part in the ritual to the sound of uruá flutes, where the pajés (shamans) Tucuma, Sapaim and Prepori, among others, are present.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paula Gaitán
- Screenplay & Story
- Paula Gaitán
- Original Title
- Uaka
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paula Gaitán
Paula Gaitán
Paula Gaitán, Aida Marques
Tito Almeijeiras, Paulo Callado, Tarcísio Vidigal, Nélvia Pinheiro
Department Leadership Roster
Paula Gaitán
Director
Paula Gaitán
Writer
Tito Almeijeiras
Producer
Paulo Callado
Producer
Tarcísio Vidigal
Producer
Nélvia Pinheiro
Producer
Paula Gaitán
Editor
Aida Marques
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uaka
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What is Uaka about?
In Xingu, the Quarup - a great festive event in which men steal the divine fire, spreading it over the earth - is celebrated every year in the Kamaiurá village. Nine tribes take part in the ritual to the sound of uruá flutes, where the pajés (shamans) Tucuma, Sapaim and Prepori, among others, are present.
Who directed Uaka?
Uaka was directed by Paula Gaitán.
Who stars in Uaka?
The principal cast of Uaka includes Not specified.
When was Uaka released and how long is it?
Uaka was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.