Synopsis
From the Colombian Coast to New York City, "CATAPUM: Nowhere to Fall" is the powerful story of 3 Afro-descendent women of 3 generations, who found resistance, healing, and celebration in the ancestral musical tradition known as Bullerengue. Ceferina Banquez, Palba Flores, and Carolina Oliveros share the story of their lives--marked by the armed conflict in Colombia--their homeland, and their songs. Their personal experiences trace the arc of immigration, race, community, identity, and an enduring oral tradition; transcending borders to create a sense of belonging in a foreign land. Their personal memories converge in a collective memory, offering a narrative of the Colombian armed conflict that honors the universal healing and reconciling power of music.
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Director
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Palu Abadia
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Production Co
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Liquid Light,
Videorganica
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Genre
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Documentary,
Music
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Original Language
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Spanish
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Release Date (Theaters)
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May 5, 2023, Limited
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Runtime
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1h 12m