Ex-Shaman (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2018, Ex-Shaman is a documentary film directed by Luiz Bolognesi, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. Ever since their first contact with the Western world in 1969 the Paiter Suruí, an indigenous people living in the Amazon basin, have been exposed to sweeping social changes. Smartphones, gas, electricity, medicines, weapons and social media have now replaced their traditional way of life. Illness is a risk for a community increasingly unable to isolate itself from the modernization brought by white people or the power of the church. Ethnocide threatens to destroy their soul. With dogged persistence, Perpera, a former shaman, is searching for a way to restore the old vitality to his village.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Ex-Shaman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ex-Shaman page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ex-Shaman (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ex-Shaman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ex-Shaman worth watching?
- Ex-Shaman holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Ex-Shaman released?
- Ex-Shaman was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.