Genghis Blues
The story of a blind blues musician's triumphant journey to the lost land of Tuva.
Starring: Paul Pena, Kongar-ol Ondar
Writer: Roko Belic
Release Date:
July 19, 1999
July 19, 1999
Ratings:
7.0 / 10
7.0 / 10
Director:
Roko Belic
Roko Belic
Companies:
Wadi Rum Productions
Wadi Rum Productions
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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