Angular Phoenix (2024)
- CategoryDocumentary
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime15m
- DirectorWelket Bungué
- Year2024
- Release dateJun 15, 2024
- StarsRaquel Lima, Ângelo Torres, Nayrama Fernandes, Cheila Luís Trindade
Angular Phoenix
Proposes a speculative meeting between the Baron of Água Izé, the first nobleman in the Portuguese colonies of the 1800s who was of mixed European and African ancestry, and Maria Correia, the Black Princess of Príncipe Island in the 1700s. Reanimating them through the bodies of contemporary artists, the film uses dance, poetry and music to weave profound threads between the past and the present. Transcending space, time and language, their encounter wrestles with questions of culpability, power and the exploitation of both land and Black bodies.
Angular Phoenix Synopsis
Angular Phoenix (2024) is part of the 1337x catalog. This captivating Documentary film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Welket Bungué, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Raquel Lima, Ângelo Torres, Nayrama Fernandes, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 15m. Proposes a speculative meeting between the Baron of Água Izé, the first nobleman in the Portuguese colonies of the 1800s who was of mixed European and African ancestry, and Maria Correia, the Black Pr...
