Cachila
"A man, a family, and the legacy of candombe"
Originally released in 2008. Cachila is a documentary film. directed by Sebastián Bednarik. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Waldemar "Cachila" Silva, Mathias Silva, and Wellington Silva
Synopsis
The Silva family is pioneer and a role model within the community; it shows values and the goal to not let the candombe tradition fade away. Not only do they have an internal hierarchy, but also in his neighbourhood, Waldemar “Cachila” Silva is a respected leader. Cachila decide to pass on his legacy to his sons Matias and Wellington, who should now lead the family business, afro descendants playing candombe, a drum rhythm for the carnival contest and keep the privilege place obtained by the family. Patriarchy, hierarchy and cultural traditions are the concepts that drive this documentary about the life of a man of African descent and a dysfunctional family trying to perpetuate its power, which is crucial for the future of a culture.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Uruguay
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Coral Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cachila about?
The Silva family is pioneer and a role model within the community; it shows values and the goal to not let the candombe tradition fade away. Not only do they have an internal hierarchy, but also in...
Who directed Cachila?
Cachila was directed by Sebastián Bednarik.
How long is Cachila?
Cachila has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Cachila released?
Cachila was released on October 24, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cachila?
The main cast of Cachila includes Waldemar "Cachila" Silva, Mathias Silva, Wellington Silva, Guillermo Díaz.