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Nganga Kiyangala: Congo Religion in Cuba

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Producer(s)Television Latina
Director(s)Tato Quinones and Luis Soto
Release Date1991
Work In ProgressNo
Runtime33 min
Format(s)none
Language(s)English
Youth MediaNo

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This film describes the history, rites, and practices of Nganga, the Bantu-based belief system of the slaves brought to Cuba from the Congo region of Africa, and attempts to distinguish it from the better-known Yoruba-based Santer�a. The film focuses on the actions performed by a palero (priest), during his morning prayer. Includes a long interview with Miguel Barnet, author of Biography of a Runaway Slave.

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Last Updated On:February 18, 2009

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Related IssuesInternational, South America, Racial Justice, Religious Freedom