Movies and TvShows featuring "brazilian-culture" theme.

Twenty years after City of God, Buscapé recounts how conflicts between police, traffickers, and militias impacted the community.

City of God: 10 Years Later is a documentary that takes a deep dive into the lives of the characters from the critically acclaimed film City of God, after a decade has passed. It offers a unique perspective on the impact of the film both on the lives of the actors and the real communities it portrays.

Black Orpheus is a musical drama that follows the story of Orpheus, a trolley conductor and aspiring musician, who falls in love with Eurydice, a young woman from a favela. As their love blossoms, they face challenges from their jealous exes and the voodoo ceremonies happening around them. Tragedy strikes when Eurydice is accidentally electrocuted, leading Orpheus to descend into the underworld to bring her back to life. The film showcases the rich Brazilian culture, samba music, and the colorful celebration of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro.

Set in the colorful and energetic streets of Bahia, 'Ó Paí, Ó: Look at This' is a comedy-musical that captures the essence of the Afro-Brazilian culture and the excitement of Carnival. The film explores the lives of the diverse characters living in a run-down tenement building, as they navigate through the ups and downs of daily life while preparing for the biggest party of the year.

Emicida: AmarElo - It's All for Yesterday (2020) is a documentary that explores the life and work of Brazilian musician Emicida. It delves into his journey as a rapper and the social issues he addresses through his music, highlighting the importance of Afro-Brazilian culture and black history. The film also showcases Emicida's concert performances and his impact on the Brazilian music scene.

This docuseries spotlights Afro-Brazilian thinkers sharing their individual journeys and discussing representation, entrepreneurship and community.

Axé: Music of a People takes viewers on a journey through the history and cultural significance of Axé music in Brazil. From its roots in the Afro-Brazilian traditions of Bahia to its widespread popularity in the Northeast region of the country, the film delves into the vibrant and rhythmic world of Axé. Through interviews with musicians, historians, and fans, the documentary paints a vivid picture of how this genre has become a symbol of unity and joy for the Brazilian people.

Follow the story of a gang fighting against the system in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as they engage in bank robberies, assassinations, and political struggles. The movie explores themes of friendship, death, and the Brazilian culture and politics.

Nossa Escola de Samba is a documentary film that explores the vibrant culture of Rio de Janeiro's samba schools and their significance in the annual Carnival celebration. It provides an in-depth look into the artistry, rhythm, and community behind the elaborate parades and showcases the passion and dedication of the participants. The film captures the essence of Brazilian music and the infectious energy of the carioca spirit.

Cafundó is a 35 mm color film which blends fact with fiction in the life of João de Camargo, a former black slave (1858-1942, Sorocaba, Brazil) who, in his old age, works miracles and devotes himself to assisting others in order to attain his freedom. João de Camargo represents the genesis of religious and cultural syncretism in Brazil.

The Next Samba takes you on a captivating journey into the heart of Rio de Janeiro's annual carnival. Through mesmerizing music, dazzling costumes, and the rhythm of samba, discover the passion and excitement of Brazil's most iconic cultural event. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as thousands of dancers, musicians, and spectators gather to celebrate this centuries-old tradition.

A collective born by the love for Hip Hop culture, in one of the most contradictory places of all. They tirelessly seek to foster and strengthen this culture in the region, taking their name all over on Brazil and the world. Facing all kinds of prejudices, together, they persist in the battle to be better for others. Because they believe that culture is not about what we like, but what can really change lives.

This documentary highlights the evolution of Brazil's Circo Voador venue from homespun artists' performance space to national cultural institution.

No measure of hellfire preaching can quell the boisterous and bawdy passions of Maracatu, an Afro-Brazilian burlesque carnival tradition with roots in slavery that takes place in the northeast state of Pernambuco. As the Falstaffian character Tiao, Valmir do Coco leads a nonprofessional cast of authentic Maracatu practitioners in a tale told through dance, music, and the supernatural, set in the sugarcane fields outside Recife.

Five directors with five completely different cinematic styles go on an affectionate journey through each one of the five states bathed by the gigantic São Francisco River. Faith, passions, legends and the search for survival in the riverside communities of this river full of colors, which cuts through the dry hinterlands and flows into the exuberant sea of Northeastern Brazil.

Photographer César Fraga and writer Maurício Barros de Castro travel throughout Africa to investigate the true history and impact of colonial slavery.

A documentary about the things that bring Samba and Jazz closer.