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This documentary investigates the aesthetic, political and existential trajectory of emblematic Black Brazilian actor Antônio Pitanga. His career spans over five decades, and he has worked with iconic Brazilian filmmakers Glauber Rocha, Cacá Diegues and Walter Lima Jr. He was a prominent figurehead and outspoken activist during the Brazilian dictatorship, a period of unrest in Brazilian cinema. "Pitanga" deep dives into the world of Antônio and the history of Brazil. The documentary was directed by his daughter Camila Pitanga, one of widely recognised faces in Brazilian television and cinema right now. The film is also a poem, and a tender ode to fatherhood.
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How long is Pitanga?
Pitanga has a runtime of 1h 53m (1 hour and 53 minutes).
Who directed Pitanga?
Pitanga was directed by Beto Brant and released in 2016.
What genre is Pitanga?
Pitanga is a Documentary film (2016).
Who stars in Pitanga?
The cast of Pitanga includes Antônio Pitanga, Camila Pitanga, Rocco Pitanga, Roque Araújo, Luiz Carlos Maciel.
What is the TMDB rating for Pitanga?
Pitanga has a TMDB rating of 5.6/10 based on 5 votes.
