Movie Description

Genghis Blues

(1999)

Overview

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.

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Original TitleGenghis Blues

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1999-07-19

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 27m

Homepagehttp://www.genghisblues.com/

Production CompaniesWadi Rum Productions

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Music