Genghis Blues
1999 • 1h 27m
71%
“The story of a blind blues musician's triumphant journey to the lost land of Tuva.”
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.
Documentary
Music
Release Date
7/19/1999
Status
Released
Original Title
Genghis Blues
Runtime
1h 27m
Budget
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Language
EN
Production Companies
Wadi Rum Productions
