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Batatinha, Poeta do Samba

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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.

Featured Crew

Vanessa Salles
Production Director
Luiz Clóvis
Researcher
Lucas Batatinha
Researcher
Marcelo Rabelo
Researcher
Marcelo Rabelo
Director
Marcelo Rabelo
Executive Producer
Iris de Oliveira
Editor
Nicolas Hallet
Camera Operator

Cast

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Batatinha
Self (archive footage)