Capoeira - A journey to the roots of this Afro-Brazilian martial art

The roots of Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art, can be traced back to the fighting techniques and dances brought to Brazil by African. A group of French and Brazilian capoeiristas decides to go to the Capoeira Rencontres Internationales in Benin, the birthplace of a “game” synonymous to its practitioners with resistance, emancipation and memory. From Cotonou to Abomey, taking in Porto-Novo and Ouidah, this cultural and initiatory journey shows the artistic vitality of the African continent, which has had such an influence on Brazilian music and dance. Subscribe to the channel: Follow us on Facebook: ----- Original title: To Blo Dayi, Journey to the roots of capoeira A film by José Huerta
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