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Damas do Samba(2015)
Status: Released
Date: 2015-09-17
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Time: 1h 15m
Overview:
Since samba emerged in Rio de Janeiro, the presence of women has been fundamental to its creation, maintenance and perpetuation to this day. Muses, pastors, aunts, composers, dancers, godmothers, carnival dancers, mulatas, performers and even as workers, they form a panel of colors, feelings and sounds in the representation of this culture. This film takes a brief look at the history of some of these women, honoring and recognizing their strength.
Languages: Portuguese.
Countries:
Brazil
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Movie: Damas do Samba
Top 10 Billed Cast
Leci Brandão
Self
Alcione
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Dona Ivone Lara
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Mariene de Castro
Self
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Overview
Since samba emerged in Rio de Janeiro, the presence of women has been fundamental to its creation, maintenance and perpetuation to this day. Muses, pastors, aunts, composers, dancers, godmothers, carnival dancers, mulatas, performers and even as workers, they form a panel of colors, feelings and sounds in the representation of this culture. This film takes a brief look at the history of some of these women, honoring and recognizing their strength.
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2015-09-17
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