Batatinha, Poeta do Samba
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.
Directed by Marcelo Rabelo · Written by Marcelo Rabelo
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Batatinha Self (archive footage) -
Riachão Self - Ederaldo Gentil Self
- Lucas Batatinha Self
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2h 33m together
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