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Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango 2015

"Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango" explores the surprising origins of this iconic dance. Director Dom Pedro traces tango's heritage back to central Africa and the Kongo Kingdom, uncovering a rich and often overlooked history. The documentary combines vibrant musical performances with insights from experts and personal stories from tango enthusiasts and historians across Latin America and Europe. It reveals the significant and profound impact of African rhythms on the development of tango's distinctive style.

"Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango" explores the surprising origins of this iconic dance. Director Dom Pedro traces tango's heritage back to central Africa and the Kongo Kingdom, uncovering a rich and often overlooked history. The documentary combines vibrant musical performances with insights from experts and personal stories from tango enthusiasts and historians across Latin America and Europe. It reveals the significant and profound impact of African rhythms on the development of tango's distinctive style.

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71st Academy Awards 1999

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