Nelson Motta

Nas Ondas de Dorival Caymmi (2024)

The film reveals the creation of poet Dorival Caymmi's musical works with testimonies from researchers, journalists and friends who lived with him and were able to enjoy his wisdom and talent. ...

Os Afro-Sambas: The Brazil of Baden and Vinicius (2024)

Released in 1966 by Vinicius de Moraes and Baden Powell, the record Os Afro-Sambas is one of Brazil's most revered. Participants of the original recording, critics, friends and family of the musicians revisit the creation of this masterpiece. Filmed betwee ...

Elis & Tom: It Had to be You (2023)

Elis & Tom is considered one of the most important albums in the history of Brazilian music. Recorded in Los Angeles, in 1974, it was all captured by a team of filmmakers led by director Roberto de Oliveira, who arranged for the duo to meet. The original f ...

Erasmo 80 (2021)

The 80th birthday of Erasmo Carlos, pioneer of Brazilian rock, in never-before-seen images: the Tijuca gang, Jovem Guarda, international success, Roberto Carlos and his influence on behavior. ...

Som, Sol & Surf - Saquarema (2018)

In 1976, a great rock show, called "Som, Sol & Surf", took place on Itaúna beach, in Saquarema and also had a surfing championship. For three days, a crowd of young people enjoyed songs by Rita Lee, Angela Ro Ro, Raul Seixas and others. ...

Gabeira (2017)

Documentary about the trajectory of the Brazilian journalist, writer and politician Fernando Gabeira. With testimonies of Armínio Fraga, Aguinaldo Silva, Leda Nagle, among others. ...

Asdrúbal Trouxe o Trombone (2017)

Serguei - The Last Psychedelic (2017)

A documentary that follows the life of Serguei - flight-commissioner-turned-rockstar, hippie guru, rockstar and Janis Joplin's lover - chronicling his life from the early 60s until present day. ...

Chocante (2017)

The 1990s marked the success of the boy-band Chocante. Twenty years later, the group has disbanded and the members took different paths in life. The old colleagues gather for an unexpected event, the death of one of the group members. ...

Eu, Meu Pai e Os Cariocas (2017)

Rock in Rio 30 Anos (2015)

Documentary of the legendary 1985 music festival in Brazil. ...

André Midani - An Insider’s Story Of Brazilian Music (2015)

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 ...

Éramos Todos Loucos (2014)

A documentary about the production of Hugo Carvana's successful film "Vai Trabalhar, Vagabundo", from 1973. ...

Raul: O Início, o Fim e o Meio (2012)

As the world boiled in the rush of Easy Rider bikes, in the frenetic pace of Elvis Presley, in Beatniks poets, in the explosion of counterculture, a boy from Bahia gave birth to Rock in Brazil. A runaway flying saucer that abducted the hearts and minds of ...

Jorge Mautner: Son of the Holocaust (2012)

The film follows the birth of Jorge Mautner up to his 17 years. He was born in Brazil shortly after his parents fled the Holocaust. Raised by a nanny who introduced him to Candomblé, Mautner became a precursor of the Tropicália, contributing to the const ...

Agamenon: The Film (2012)

The trajectory of the clumsy reporter Agamenon Mendes Pereira, always present in key events of history, his biggest scoops and his eternal love for Isaura, who survives his unexpected travels around the world, in search of news and fame. ...

A Night in 67 (2010)

In the 1970s, "festivals" were incredibly popular in Brazil, as they were recorded before a live studio audience, and usually featured a number of elimination rounds. They also formed the springboard for the career of many a big-name stars, such as Chico B ...

Caro Francis (2010)

Documentary about the life of Brazillian journalist Paulo Francis ...

Dzi Croquettes (2009)

A Brazilian theatre group that through talent, irony and humour confronted the Brazilian violent dictatorship in the 1970s revolutionising the gay movement worldwide and changing theatre and dance language to an entire generation. ...

Loki: Arnaldo Baptista (2009)

Loki brings the trajectory of Arnaldo Baptista from childhood, passing through the most successful phase as leader of the Mutantes, marriage to singer Rita Lee and then separation. He also goes through the depression that devastated his life after the grou ...

Simonal: No One Knows How Tough It Was (2009)

In a time of timeless and revolutionary talents, Wilson Simonal shined as nobody before and innovated as only a few could. All of a sudden, everything vanished. This film maps the spectacular trajectory of the ex-Army corporal that ruled as a monarch, and ...

Jards Macalé - Um Morcego na Porta Principal (2008)

This film shines a light at the story of Jards Macalé, polemic artist and controversial character of Brazilian culture over the last four decades. Author of songs such as "Vapor Barato" and "Movimento dos Barcos", a partner in crime of poet Waly Salomão, ...

Cartola: The Samba Legend (2007)

Documentary on the life and times of one of the most prominent Brazilian samba composers, Cartola (Angenor de Oliveira). ...

Por Toda Minha Vida: Elis Regina (2006)

Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova (2005)

Documentary about the birth of bossa-nova, in Brazil, and the major stars of this musical style. ...

Maldito Popular Brasileiro: Arnaldo Dias Baptista (1993)

The Secret of the Mummy (1982)

A mad scientist attempts to bring an ancient Egyptian mummy back to life. ...

Abertura (1979)

One of the most daring and radical shows presented in Brazilian television: "Abertura". It was broadcast between February and October, 1979, with weekly editions, presented by Brazilian filmmaker Glauber Rocha. The video is a compilation of characters, sta ...

O Bom Marido (1978)

An industrial couple spends more than they can afford. In financial trouble, the husband Afraninho devises a strange kind of business, for foreign executives, in which the product is his own wife Malu. They succeed, and soon other couples start doing the s ...

Álbum de Música (1974)

Portrait of various figures in Brazilian pop music. ...

O Som Alucinante (1971)

Elis & Tom: It Had to be You (2023)

Elis & Tom is considered one of the most important albums in the history of Brazilian music. Recorded in Los Angeles, in 1974, it was all captured by a team of filmmakers led by director Roberto de Oliveira, who arranged for the duo to meet. The original f ...

Vale Tudo Com Tim Maia (2022)

With never-before-seen footage, shows and rare interviews, the series bets on the irreverent way of the Brazilian music to narrate its own trajectory. ...

A Busca do Eu e o Silêncio (2021)

Non-communication can emerge through different ways, whether by conflict, language, or culture. In Giuliano Robert's film it happens through the interference of speech: a hearing mother describes the beginning of a communication process with her deaf son. ...

Marisa Monte: MM ao Vivo (1989)

Marisa Monte's debut album concert. The show was recorded live at the Villa-Lobos Theater and featured special appearances by Ed Motta, Paulo Moura, and Nouvelle Cusine. ...

Chico, or the Country of the Lost Delicacy (1989)

A look into the 25 years of career of famous musician Chico Buarque and his influence in Brazilian culture. ...

Rita Lee & Roberto de Carvalho: Flerte Fatal 87/88 (1987)

Areias Escaldantes (1985)

In the near future, in the country of Kali, a group of young terrorists carry out robberies, kidnappings and murders under the orders of a mysterious big boss known as "Entity" and are pursued by the pompous and inefficient Special Police. ...

The Rich Are Something Else (1977)

Tadeu, a poor lad from the Northeast of Brazil, comes to Rio de Janeiro to try his luck. His good looks and education win him the favor of rich people. In his spare time, he becomes the favorite among lonely and rich ladies. Soon he gets involved in troubl ...

O Casal (1975)

The story of the first steps of a very young couple. Their love is great, as are the financial obstacles and an unexpected pregnancy. ...