Movie
Genghis Blues
“The story of a blind blues musician's triumphant journey to the lost land of Tuva.”
7.0/10
1999
1h 27m
en
Documentary
Music
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.
Director
Roko Belic
Writers
Roko Belic
Movie Information
Release Date
July 19, 1999
Runtime
1h 27m
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Vote Count
18
Production
Wadi Rum Productions
