Gwoka, the soul of Guadeloupe(1996)
Gwoka, l'âme de la Guadeloupe
Gwoka, the soul of Guadeloupe Synopsis
Gwoka drums have resonated in Guadeloupe since the arrival of the first enslaved people. Rooted in the island's rural history and long marginalized, this tradition—encompassing vocals, music, and dance—symbolizes the local population's reclamation of its profound identity. For the first time, a documentary film captures the social and historical dynamics of Gwoka; moving from one "léwoz" gathering to the next and through various encounters, it reveals the art form's power and richness.
Gwoka, the soul of Guadeloupe (1996) is a documentary film directed by Caroline Bourgine, released on January 1, 1996 with a runtime of 55m.
- Director:
- Caroline Bourgine
- Writers:
- Olivier Lichen, Caroline Bourgine
- Production:
- Les Films du Village, Télé Toulouse (TLT), CNC, DRAC Guadeloupe, PROCIREP, Région Guadeloupe
- Status:
- Released
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Gwoka, the soul of Guadeloupe was released on January 1, 1996 and runs for 55m.