Batatinha, Poeta do Samba
Synopsis
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
V Panorama Internacional Coisa de Cinema
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marcelo Rabelo
- Screenplay & Story
- Marcelo Rabelo
- Original Title
- Batatinha, Poeta do Samba
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Portfolium Laboratório de Imagens
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marcelo Rabelo
Marcelo Rabelo
Nicolas Hallet
Iris de Oliveira
Eliana Mendes, Marcelo Rabelo
Department Leadership Roster
Iris de Oliveira
Editor
Nicolas Hallet
Director of Photography
Marcelo Rabelo
Screenplay
Marcelo Rabelo
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Batatinha, Poeta do Samba about?
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.
Who directed Batatinha, Poeta do Samba?
Batatinha, Poeta do Samba was directed by Marcelo Rabelo.
Who stars in Batatinha, Poeta do Samba?
The principal cast of Batatinha, Poeta do Samba includes Batatinha, Riachão, Ederaldo Gentil, Lucas Batatinha.
When was Batatinha, Poeta do Samba released and how long is it?
Batatinha, Poeta do Samba was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.