Woven Songs of the Amazon

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.

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Status

Released

Original Title

Woven Songs of the Amazon

Runtime

54min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Spanish

Production Companies

Green Spider Films