Director
Pablo García Pérez de Lara, Marc Serena
Cast list
Tchinda Andrade, Edinha Pitanga, Elvis Tolentino
Credits
Producers: Doble Banda
Music: Verónica Font
Cinematography: Pablo García Pérez de Lara
Editing: Pablo García Pérez de Lara
Synopsis
Tchindas is a forward-thinking documentary that zeroes in on themes of acceptance, community, and longing. The film is focalized through the perspective of a transgender woman, Tchinda Andrade- a highly revered person in the Mindelo community. In the excitement and preparation of upcoming Carnival festivities, Tchinda becomes nostalgic and is astonished by how fantastic of a spectacle her community is able to put together. The story of Tchinda is one of overcoming adversity, uniting with friends, and embracing the smaller blessings in life.
Reviews
Linden, Sheri. “‘Tchindas’: Outfest Review.” 15 July 2015, https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/tchindas-outfest-review-807822
Database Entry by Dean Velentzas