Carlos Lyra
Biography: Carlos Eduardo Lyra Barbosa (Rio de Janeiro, May 11, 1933 – Rio de Janeiro, December 16, 2023) was a Brazilian singer, composer and guitarist. Along with Roberto Menescal, he was one of the young figures of bossa nova. It was part of a more activist bossa nova, proposing the return of the rhythm to its roots in samba.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: May 11, 1933
Deathday: December 16, 2023
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Memórias do Grupo Opinião
2019-05-15
Memórias do Grupo Opinião
Overview: Follows the story of Opinião, a theatre group created in 1964 during the early Brazilian dictatorship period to oppose the government through artistic performances. Considered the first left-wing response to the dictatorship, the group gathered now famous Brazilian artists such as Nara Leão, Maria Bethânia, João do Vale and Millôr Fernandes.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2019-05-15
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The Sign of Scorpio
1974-12-02
The Sign of Scorpio
Overview: For the launch of his new giant horoscope computer, famous astrologer Alex invites to his private island friends representing each of the 12 zodiac signs. During the welcome party, one of the guests is mysteriously murdered. Unable to leave the island, the others witness new deaths, always announced in advance by the computer.
Genres: Horror Mystery
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 1974-12-02
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JK – O Menino que Sonhou um País
2002-08-01
JK – O Menino que Sonhou um País
Overview: Built as a letter to JK in his centenary, the film shows what remained in the memory of Brazilians 26 years after his passing in a car accident in August 1976.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2002-08-01
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Vinicius de Moraes
2005-11-01
Vinicius de Moraes
Overview: To celebrate the life and the work of a multifaceted creator – playwright, poet, partner of the most important names of Brazilian pop music and, above all, an enlightened character of the Brazilian cultural history - director Miguel Faria Jr. gathered an incomparable cast of partners, singers, friends and rare images from the archives recalling Vinícius’ genial simplicity, with the spontaneity, the humor, and the freedom of a person chatting over a bar table, exactly how the eternal Vinícius would enjoy.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2005-11-01
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Laurindo Almeida, Muito Prazer
1999-02-23
Laurindo Almeida, Muito Prazer
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Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 1999-02-23
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Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova
2005-01-01
Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova
Overview: Documentary about the birth of bossa-nova, in Brazil, and the major stars of this musical style.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2005-01-01
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Travessia
2009-10-24
Travessia
Overview: The crossing of generations under the influence of military dictatorship and political openness. Documentary highlights the role of the organizers of the March for the Family with God for Freedom in 1964. Based on stories of life under the military dictatorship, stories and reflections of people who had a significant participation in that period, whether for or against the coup.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2009-10-24
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Entre a Lei e a Luta
2024-04-11
Entre a Lei e a Luta
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Genres: Documentary History Crime
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2024-04-11
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Dossiê Jango
2013-07-05
Dossiê Jango
Overview: João Goulart (known as Jango) had been democratically elected president of Brazil, but was expelled from office after the coup of April 1, 1964. After that, Jango lived in exile in Argentina, where he died in 1976. The circumstances of his death in the neighboring country were not well explained today. His body was buried immediately after his death, raising the suspicions of premeditated murder. This documentary brings the issue back to the fore and tries to publicly clarify some obscure facts of the history of Brazil.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2013-07-05
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Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas
2017-04-19
Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas
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Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2017-04-19
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MPB dos Tempos da Repressão
2004-03-10
MPB dos Tempos da Repressão
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Genres: Documentary
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2004-03-10
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Nos Tempos da Vaselina
1979-06-13
Nos Tempos da Vaselina
Overview: Countryman Onofre is convinced by his cousin to live in Rio de Janeiro together with him so he can enjoy the delights of summer in Rio.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 1979-06-13
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André Midani - An Insider’s Story Of Brazilian Music
2015-01-01
André Midani - An Insider’s Story Of Brazilian Music
Overview: Based on the autobiography of noted music executive André Midani, André Midani — An Insider’s Story of Brazilian Music (2015) explores Brazilian music throughout his five-decade career through informal gatherings and jam sessions at his home, featuring Caetano Veloso, Jorge Ben Jor, Gilberto Gil, and Marisa Monte, among other luminaries of the industry.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2015-01-01
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Garoto - Vivo Sonhando
2020-09-10
Garoto - Vivo Sonhando
Overview: A prodigy of stringed instruments, a pioneer of Bossa Nova, a modernizing master of the guitar: Aníbal Augusto Sardinha, better known as Garoto (1915-1955), is one of the hidden pillars of Brazilian music. Woven by rare archival material, personal diaries and testimonies, this documentary reveals his influence and the artistic conflicts of an avant-garde artist in the golden age of Brazilian radio.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: pt
Release Date: 2020-09-10
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Bossa Nova: the sound that seduced the world
2008-07-29
Bossa Nova: the sound that seduced the world
Overview: Mixing Samba, Jazz and sophisticated lyricism, the sultry Bossa Nova sound was spawned in the beaches and bars of Rio, Brazil in the late '50s, and quickly seduced the world when anthems like 'The Girl from Ipanema' became huge international hits. This compelling documentary, filmed on location in Rio, and featuring rare live clips of Bossa legends' Tom Jobim and Astrud Gilberto, traces the legacy of the seductive Bossa Nova sound through interviews with the key players from the era including Sergio Mendes, Carlos Lyra and Paulo Jobim.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-07-29
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