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DOCUMENTARY . 2014 . 1h 38m . 5.8/10

Alentejo, Alentejo_

Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just Cante, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This film will be a journey into the hot Alentejo countryside (Southern region of Portugal) discovering Cante music and the life of its performers. Not many people outside Portugal know about these a capella polyphonic choirs, typically formed by 20 to 30 male agricultural workers or miners, that seem to express the deep voice of the Earth.

Starring Hugo Bentes
5.8/10
Rating
1h 38m
Runtime
2014
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
Alentejo, Alentejo poster

Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just Cante, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This film will be a journey into the hot Alentejo countryside (Southern region of Portugal) discovering Cante music and the life of its performers. Not many people outside Portugal know about these a capella polyphonic choirs, typically formed by 20 to 30 male agricultural workers or miners, that seem to express the deep voice of the Earth.

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Alentejo, Alentejo was released 12 years ago in 2014.
Overview
Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just C...
Alentejo, Alentejo is a Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 38m.

CAST (1)

Hugo Bentes
Hugo Bentes

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Released
Runtime
98 min (1h 38m)
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Rating
5.8/10 (5 votes)

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What is Alentejo, Alentejo about?
Following international recognition of Fado, Portugal recently submitted to UNESCO the polyphonic songs of the Alentejo, known as Cante Alentejano, or just Cante, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This film will be a journey into the hot Alentejo countryside (Southern region of Portugal) discovering Cante music and the life of its performers. Not many people outside Portugal know about these a capella polyphonic choirs, typically formed by 20 to 30 male agricultural workers or miners, that seem to express the deep voice of the Earth.
How long is Alentejo, Alentejo?
Alentejo, Alentejo has a runtime of 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Who stars in Alentejo, Alentejo?
The cast of Alentejo, Alentejo includes Hugo Bentes.
What is the rating of Alentejo, Alentejo?
Alentejo, Alentejo has a rating of 5.8 out of 10 based on 5 votes on TMDB.

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Documentary
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