Mahaleo

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Mahaleo (2005)

Directed by Raymond Rajaonarivelo, César Paes, Marie Clémence Andriamonta-Paes

Documentary, Music, History · 1h 38m

Mahaleos voices and music have accompanied the people of Madagascar ever since the collapse of the colonial regime. Yet, even after 30 years of success, the groups seven musicians still keep their distance from the world of show-business, and remain deeply committed to helping their countrys development; their professions range from surgeon to farmer, physician to sociologist and member of parliament. Accompanied by the groups rhythmic melodies, the film follows the singers through their daily lives, giving us a glimpse of the far-reaching social and economic problems of the Malagasy people. The combined talents of the Brazilian, Cesar Paes, and the Malagasy, Raymond Rajaonarivelo, have produced a work that is both ethereal and concrete, poetic and political.

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Cast

Crew

Director
Raymond Rajaonarivelo, César Paes, Marie Clémence Andriamonta-Paes

Details

Release date
2005-01-31
Runtime
1h 38m
Genres
Documentary, Music, History
Original language
MG
Spoken languages
French, Malagasy
Countries
France, Madagascar
Production
Laterit Productions