Candango: Memoirs from a Festival (2020) | Movie

Candango: Memoirs from a Festival movie

🎬 Title: Candango: Memoirs from a Festival / Candango: Memórias do Festival

Story: In 1965, following Brazil’s military coup, a unique bastion of freedom emerged in the nation’s capital: the Brasília Film Festival. This event stands as a significant symbol of cultural and political defiance, embodying the very essence of Brazilian cinema.

⭐ Rating: 5 (1 vote)

📅 Release date: October 22, 2020

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour and 59 minutes

🎭 Genres: Documentary

🎬 Director: Lino Meireles

✍️ Writer: Lino Meireles

🌍 Countries: Brazil

Candango: Memoirs from a Festival movie backdrop

👥 Cast: Vladimir Carvalho (Self), Darcy Ribeiro (Self), Jorge Bodanzky (Self), Paulo Emílio Sales Gomes (Self – archival footage), Walter Mello (Self), Murilo Grossi (Self), Geraldo Sobral Rocha (Self), Ismail Xavier (Self), Antônio Pitanga (Self), Carlos Diegues (Self)

Editor’s note: “Candango: Memoirs from a Festival” (2020) presents a compelling documentary experience that prioritizes depth over grandiosity. Lino Meireles crafts a narrative that stays focused on character moments rather than unnecessary spectacle. Featuring authentic performances from Vladimir Carvalho, Darcy Ribeiro, and Jorge Bodanzky, the film maintains a steady pace at 1 hour and 59 minutes, ensuring each scene contributes to the overall atmosphere. Reviews are varied; consider it if you’re interested in its thematic nuances.

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