Documentary ·Music · United States of America · 1999 · 1h 27m

Genghis Blues

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Director
Roko Belic
Cast
Paul Pena as himself Kongar-ol Ondar as himself
Crew
Roko Belic — Editor Roko Belic — Writer Adrian Belic — Producer
Tagline

The story of a blind blues musician's triumphant journey to the lost land of Tuva.

Synopsis

Blind blues musician Paul Pena is perhaps best known for his song "Jet Airliner". In 1993, Pena heard Tuvan throat singing over his shortwave radio and subsequently taught himself how to reproduce these extraordinary sounds. This documentary follows him to Tuva, where he takes part in a throat singing competition. Languages featured in the film include English, Russian and Tuvan.

Mood & Themes
bluestuvathroat singing
Key Collaborators
Roko Belic Director Roko Belic Editor Roko Belic Writer Adrian Belic Producer
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