Directing
Carlos Cortez
Born January 1, 1956 · São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Died December 6, 2018 · aged 62
Carlos Cortez was a Brazilian filmmaker. Born in São Paulo, he graduated in social psychology from PUC. He produced films about black culture in São Paulo and about the capital's samba schools. Source: Folha de São Paulo
Known For
4x100: Running for a Dream · 20214x100: Running for a Dream
★ 7.72021
MovieDramaComedy
At the 2016 Rio Olympics, a defeat in the 4x100 relay final forever marks the lives of the athletes. Three years later, Maria Lúcia, responsible for the elimination, continues to shine in athletics and in the media, while Adriana, who worked hard in the competition, lives frustrated by small MMA fights. In 2020, they have a new chance to rewrite the story at the Tokyo Olympics.
Cristo Procurado · 1990Cristo Procurado
1990
MovieAnimation
Querô · 2007Querô
★ 6.22007
MovieDramaCrime
Querô is an orphan teenager, living alone near the docks in Santos, Brazil. His mother, a prostitute, died when he was a baby, and he was raised in the bordello where she worked. Believing he rules his own destiny, he refuses to compromise with anyone else, the corrupt policemen always chasing him, the oppressive discipline in the juvenile institution Febem, or the drug dealers who try to lure him. But this independence has a price.
Mr. Nenê From Vila Matilde · 2001Mr. Nenê From Vila Matilde
2001
MovieDocumentary
The origin and trajectory of the Samba School Nenê da Vila Matilde is told by its founder.
O Magnata · 2007O Magnata
★ 5.02007
MovieActionDrama
An upper-middle class punk singer Andre, Magnata spends his time with his low-class friends, singing in clubs and wasting money. When he accepts a challenge to steal a Ferrari, he gets involved in a thriller that can lead him to a tragic consequence.
Geraldo Filme · 1998Geraldo Filme
1998
MovieDocumentaryMusic
A dive into the universe of samba and black culture in São Paulo through the work of composer Geraldo Filme.
Unidade Básica · 2016Unidade Básica
★ 8.82016
SeriesDrama
Paulo is an experienced doctor who works at a Primary Healthcare Unit on the outskirts of São Paulo. Using unorthodox methods, he focuses on preventative medicine. His routine changes with the arrival of Laura, a recently graduated and ambitious young woman.
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