Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40
Synopsis
Documentary about Carnival, narrated by anthropologist and photographer Pierre Verger, who came to Brazil in the 1940s. Video tells the origins of Carnival in Salvador, with the Blocos and Afoxés, and the traditions of frevo and maracatu in Recife, with notable images from the Verger archive.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Pierre Verger
- Screenplay & Story
- Arlete Soares, Pierre Verger
- Original Title
- Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Manduri 35, Corrupio Vídeo
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pierre Verger
Arlete Soares, Pierre Verger
Luiz Matias
Décio Matos Jr.
José Amâncio, Mimito Gomes, Ana Basbaum, ivete Gonzalez
Department Leadership Roster
Luiz Matias
Director of Photography
Arlete Soares
Screenplay
José Amâncio
Producer
Pierre Verger
Director
Pierre Verger
Screenplay
Mimito Gomes
Producer
Ana Basbaum
Producer
ivete Gonzalez
Producer
Décio Matos Jr.
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40 about?
Documentary about Carnival, narrated by anthropologist and photographer Pierre Verger, who came to Brazil in the 1940s. Video tells the origins of Carnival in Salvador, with the Blocos and Afoxés, and the traditions of frevo and maracatu in Recife, with notable images from the Verger archive.
Who directed Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40?
Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40 was directed by Pierre Verger.
Who stars in Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40?
The principal cast of Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40 includes Pierre Verger.
When was Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40 released and how long is it?
Carnaval Brasil — Anos 40 was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 10m.