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Môa, Mother Africa Roots (2022): Cast

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Môa, Mother Africa Roots is a 2022 documentary directed by Gustavo McNair, starring Môa do Katendê, Roger Waters and Gilberto Gil. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes.

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Môa, Mother Africa Roots (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Gustavo McNair
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Môa, Mother Africa Roots About?

The premise of Môa, Mother Africa Roots without spoilers.

This documentary explores the life and legacy of Mestre Môa do Katendê, a capoeirista and founder of Afoxé Badauê. It intertwines his personal story with the emergence of Black cultural expressions in Bahia, Brazil. The film incorporates a final interview with Mestre Môa, recorded before his tragic death, offering insights into his work and the importance of reconnecting with cultural roots to rediscover identity.

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Cast & crew

Môa, Mother Africa Roots Cast

Môa do Katendê leads the cast, with Roger Waters and Gilberto Gil. Directed by Gustavo McNair; 35 actors are credited in all.

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Môa, Mother Africa Roots FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Môa, Mother Africa Roots, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Môa, Mother Africa Roots?

Môa, Mother Africa Roots runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was Môa, Mother Africa Roots released?

Môa, Mother Africa Roots was released on November 6, 2022.

Who directed Môa, Mother Africa Roots?

Môa, Mother Africa Roots was directed by Gustavo McNair.

Who is in the cast of Môa, Mother Africa Roots?

Môa, Mother Africa Roots stars Môa do Katendê, Roger Waters and Gilberto Gil, among 35 credited actors.

Does Môa, Mother Africa Roots have a post-credit scene?

No. Môa, Mother Africa Roots has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Môa, Mother Africa Roots in?

The original language of Môa, Mother Africa Roots is Portuguese.

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