Poto and Cabengo


1h 13m 1980

Brief Synopsis

The case of two twin, ten-year-old girls who speak to each other in their own language is documented. It is thought that since the twins grew up exposed to family members who spoke different languages and traveled to several countries during their childhood, that this may have caused them to invent their unique language. The girls are seen speaking to each other, and the director talks to their therapists, their family, and specialists who work with them.

Film Details

Also Known As
Pato and Cabengo
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1980

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 13m

Synopsis

The case of two twin, ten-year-old girls who speak to each other in their own language is documented. It is thought that since the twins grew up exposed to family members who spoke different languages and traveled to several countries during their childhood, that this may have caused them to invent their unique language. The girls are seen speaking to each other, and the director talks to their therapists, their family, and specialists who work with them.

Film Details

Also Known As
Pato and Cabengo
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1980

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 13m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1982

16mm

color

dialogue German

2645 feet

subtitled

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1982