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Batatinha, Poeta do Samba
0.0 / 10• 2009• 1h 2m•NR• Portuguese
Documentary
Storyline
A portrayal of the life of one of the most important samba musicians in Brazil, Bahian sambista Oscar da Penha, popularly known as Batatinha (1924 -1997). Through memories of their father, his nine children share their perspectives, as well as interviews with family, friends and musicians, to tell the story of Batatinha’s life, history and work.
Cast & Crew
Batatinha
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Riachão
Self
EG
Ederaldo Gentil
Self
LB
Lucas Batatinha
Self
What People Are Saying
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Marcelo Rabelo's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
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“Every frame feels alive. Batatinha, Poeta do Samba is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
