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Oscar-Shortlisted 'Yanuni' Soundtrack Release
The documentary 'Yanuni' tells the story of Juma Xipaia, a brave Indigenous leader from Brazil.
She is the first woman chief of her community and works to protect the Amazon rainforest from illegal mining.
The film also shows the work of her husband, Hugo Loss, who helps stop these illegal activities.
The soundtrack for the documentary, composed by H. Scott Salinas, will be released on music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
It features music recorded in different parts of the world and includes performances by Indigenous artists.
The film has been shortlisted for an Oscar and has won awards at film festivals.
The goal of the documentary and its soundtrack is to share the important stories and struggles of Indigenous people and to inspire others to support their cause.
The soundtrack for the Oscar-shortlisted documentary 'Yanuni' will be released on major music streaming platforms on Wednesday.
The soundtrack is composed by H. Scott Salinas with support from Tomás Videla and Eric Terena, featuring performances by Indigenous artists.
The documentary centers on Juma Xipaia, the first woman chief of the Middle Xingu region of Brazil’s Indigenous Xipaya people, and her husband Hugo Loss, who works to dismantle illegal mining operations.
The film is produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, Richard Ladkani, and Juma Xipaia, among others, and has earned awards at film festivals, including the SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
The soundtrack and documentary aim to amplify Indigenous voices and raise awareness about the urgent environmental and social issues facing the Amazon and its Indigenous communities.
- Who
- The documentary 'Yanuni' focuses on Juma Xipaia, the first woman chief of the Middle Xingu region of Brazil’s Indigenous Xipaya people, and her husband Hugo Loss. The soundtrack is composed by H. Scott Salinas with support from Tomás Videla and Eric Terena.
- What
- The soundtrack for the Oscar-shortlisted documentary 'Yanuni' is being released on major music streaming platforms. The documentary centers on the life and work of Juma Xipaia and her husband Hugo Loss.
- Where
- The soundtrack was recorded across three continents: Santa Monica, Vienna, São Paulo, and Manaus. The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival in New York City.
- When
- The soundtrack will be released on Wednesday (specific date not mentioned). The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival last year.
- Why
- The soundtrack and documentary aim to amplify Indigenous voices and raise awareness about the urgent environmental and social issues facing the Amazon and its Indigenous communities.
Key facts
- Documentary Title
- Yanuni
- Director
- Richard Ladkani
- Producers
- Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Davisson, Richard Ladkani, Philip Watson, Anita Ladkani, Juma Xipaia
- Soundtrack Composer
- H. Scott Salinas
- Soundtrack Collaborators
- Tomás Videla, Eric Terena
- Soundtrack Release Date
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Soundtrack Platforms
- Spotify, Apple Music
- Indigenous Leader Featured
- Juma Xipaia
- Film Premiere Location
- Tribeca Festival
- Film Awards
- SCAD Savannah Film Festival
Quotes
Richard Ladkani
Director of the documentary Yanuni
“"Turning my lens to the Amazon was a continuation of my commitment to telling urgent, high-stakes stories about our planet’s survival, and I wanted the music to truly capture the urgency of what is happening. The Amazon is not only one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth—it is also one of the most threatened. We hope audiences feel inspired by the music to learn more about Juma’s work and her tireless dedication to serving her community."”
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“"We worked to assemble a truly global team to compose the music for the film, and the result is something that not only reflects Juma and her lived experience, but is also a beautiful tribute to her culture and mission."”
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H. Scott Salinas
Composer of the Yanuni soundtrack
“"We recorded the music for Yanuni across continents, from Santa Monica, to Vienna, São Paulo and Manaus. This soundtrack is rooted in Indigenous perspectives and lived experience and is a true reflection of the themes of the film."”
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Juma Xipaia
First woman chief of the Middle Xingu region of Brazil’s Indigenous Xipaya people and protagonist of the documentary Yanuni
“"The forest is being destroyed at an alarming rate, silencing thousands of voices, erasing irreplaceable bodies of knowledge, and threatening our future. Yanuni amplifies Indigenous voices to the world— from the territory to the screen – through its storytelling, characters, music, and visual language. This soundtrack and film bring together the ancestral knowledge of people from across the Amazon, as we share our love, dreams, and hope through its spirit of resistance."”
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