About
What to expect
The program brings together two documentaries about language, music and popular culture in Suriname.
- Langabere is an ode to kaseko music.
- Rosita Leeflang travels through kaseko's past and present.
- Boyke tells rapper/singer Papa Touwtjie's story.
- Family, friends and admirers tell his story.
- The film follows the skrakidron rhythm.
- Together they explore culture and expression.
Dates
Questions
When does Makandra: Rhythm start and end?
Makandra: Rhythm runs Wednesday, 25 November 2026, 18:30 until 20:09.
Where is Makandra: Rhythm?
Makandra: Rhythm takes place at Cinema De Vlugt, Burgemeester De Vlugtlaan 125, Amsterdam.
What films are shown?
Two documentaries: Langabere and Boyke.
What is Langabere about?
It is an ode to kaseko music.
Rosita Leeflang travels through its past and present.
The film follows the skrakidron rhythm.
Kaseko became an indispensable part of Surinamese culture and a source of pride, connection and collective memory.
What is Boyke about?
It tells the story of rapper/singer Papa Touwtjie.
He grew from a boy in the ghetto into the voice of the people.
Family, friends and admirers share his story.
His voice and personality left deep marks in Surinamese society.
How can I book?
Surinamese events
Getting there
Cinema De Vlugt, Burgemeester De Vlugtlaan 125, 1063 BJ Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NL
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