O Canto da Raça
Synopsis
A film based on a poem by Cassiano Ricardo that described the city of São Paulo with its factories, houses, streetcars, lights, life, etc.; a young woman recited the poem while the images showed what she was saying. "Canto da Raça" was never even shown; Getúlio Vargas ordered the censors to seize it on charges of "parochialism." The film was burned; not even the negative survived; everything was burned.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José Medina
- Screenplay & Story
- José Medina, Cassiano Ricardo
- Original Title
- O Canto da Raça
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José Medina
José Medina, Cassiano Ricardo
Gilberto Rossi
José Medina
Department Leadership Roster
José Medina
Director
José Medina
Writer
Cassiano Ricardo
Writer
José Medina
Producer
Gilberto Rossi
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for O Canto da Raça.
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Frequently Asked Questions About O Canto da Raça
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is O Canto da Raça about?
A film based on a poem by Cassiano Ricardo that described the city of São Paulo with its factories, houses, streetcars, lights, life, etc.; a young woman recited the poem while the images showed what she was saying. "Canto da Raça" was never even shown; Getúlio Vargas ordered the censors to seize it on charges of "parochialism." The film was burned; not even the negative survived; everything was burned.
Who directed O Canto da Raça?
O Canto da Raça was directed by José Medina.
Who stars in O Canto da Raça?
The principal cast of O Canto da Raça includes Not specified.
When was O Canto da Raça released and how long is it?
O Canto da Raça was released in 1941 with a total runtime of Unknown.