Artesanato do Samba

É o Boi

February 2024 •Portuguese

"É o Boi" is a documentary that narrates the origins, portrays the present and discusses the perspectives of carnival in the city of Porto Ferreira/SP. Celebrating a tradition that already is already 90 years old, the film is mainly made up of images taken during the Porto Ferreira's carnival and interviews with people who fight daily to keep this unique and at the same time typically Brazilian cultural manifestation alive. Made over almost a decade, "É o Boi" also portrays critical moments of this carnival in the countryside of São Paulo, including disagreements with public authorities that almost led to the carnival being banned and the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the organization of celebrations.

It's Different in Chicago

September 2021 •English

It's Different In Chicago Tells the story of how House music and Hip Hop culture complemented and competed with each other leading to deep revelations about the different segments within the Black community of Chicago.

Sou Carnaval de São Salvador

January 2019 •Portuguese

Filhos de João, O Admirável Mundo Novo Baiano

July 2011 •Portuguese

A panorama of Brazilian popular music from the 60s and 70s through the musical group Novos Baianos. A retrospective of the community lifestyle adopted by its members and the influence inherited from singer João Gilberto.

A Raça Síntese de Joãosinho Trinta

October 2009 •Portuguese

Cesta za tancem

January 2021 •Czech

Biografía de un carnaval

January 1983 •Spanish

Carnaval Claudia Leitte: We Can Do It!

March 2021 •Portuguese

Memória em Verde e Rosa

June 2016 •Portuguese

The Mangueira slum is the scenario where Tantinho and the old samba composers remember stories about the slums and samba.

Alegria, Viva o Bloco Não é Não

June 2024 •Portuguese

Los pueblos dormidos (por la Quebrada de Humahuaca)

June 1947 •Spanish

Documentary about the kolla people living in North Western Argentina.

Sonho de um Carnaval

October 2003 •Portuguese

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People

January 1984 •English

An animated satire on the question of self-image for African American women living in a society where beautiful hair is viewed as hair that blows in the wind and lets you be free. Lively tunes and witty narration accompany a quick-paced inventory of relaxers, gels, and curlers. This short film has become essential for discussions of racism, African American cinema, and empowerment.

TETHERS

September 2023 •English

Prepare for an eye-opening journey into the heart of identity and division. 'Tethers' is a groundbreaking interview-style documentary that delves deep into the complex tapestry of cultural differences, racial tension, and the ethnocentric divide between Africans, African Americans, and Foundation Black Americans.

Always for Pleasure

May 1978 •English

An intense insider's portrait of New Orleans' street celebrations and unique cultural gumbo: Second-line parades, Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest. Features live music from Professor Longhair, the Wild Tchoupitoulas, the Neville Brothers and more. This glorious, soul-satisfying film is among Blank's special masterworks. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 1999.

Nao ’t Zuuje

January 2018 •Dutch

Testament of the Donkey

Invalid date •English

Documentary exploring the Carnaval de Laza, its ancient traditions and modern practitioners.

A Doll Like Me

October 2023 •Dutch

The Amsterdam doll shop Colorful Goodies sells Barbies, boy dolls, and cuddly dolls that every child can recognize; from dolls with different skin colors and professions, to dolls with disabilities. This documentary follows three families of color who take home a doll. What does such a doll mean for your self-image if you struggle with it because you are of color, or because you have to learn to live with albinism? Is our dominant white society as tolerant as we think?

Nossa Escola de Samba

January 1965 •Portuguese

A year in the life of a samba school, from the first rehearsals to the parade on the avenue.

82 Minutos

October 2015 •Portuguese