AMAZON FOLKTALES

Short film based on a brazilian amazon folktale, which says that the amazon dolphin (boto) turns into a man and seduce women, making them pregnant. Even knowing it's a popular myth, some people really believe in that.

(English CC available)

“During our last amazon expedition, I met some interesting local inhabitants with great stories to share. This is one of them.” ( paulo gambale )

Shot at Amazon, solimões river, 2014

Equipment used: Blackmagic 4K CAM, panasonic GH4, DSLR's for time lapses and drones.

“Reza a lenda, que o boto cor-de-rosa amazonense, em noite de lua cheia se transforma num jovem belo e elegante. Atrai as mulheres solteiras para o fundo do rio para engravidá-las e depois as abandona. Há quem acredite que o boto vira gente!”

credits

cinematography and editing: Paulo Gambale Maká

Underwater cinematography: Toco Lenzi

equipment used: Blackmagic 4k cameras, panasonic GH4 and DJI drone

Shot at Amazon, solimões river, 2014