Documentary ·History · Brazil · 1988 · 2h 33m

Abolition

Abolição

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Director
Zózimo Bulbul
Cast
Camila Amado as Princesa Isabel Benedita da Silva as Herself Abdias Nascimento as Himself Gilberto Freyre as Himself Grande Otelo as Himself Agnaldo Timóteo as Himself
Crew
Miguel Rio Branco — Director of Photography Severino Dadá — Editor Zózimo Bulbul — Writer
Synopsis

In 1988, the centenary of abolition of slavery in Brazil, Zózimo Bulbul made this powerful historical analysis of racial issues in his country. This documentary provides an in-depth look through extensive archival researching and interviews of key figures who were involved in preserving black culture. Aside from historical testimony, this epic documentary also points to the current relevance of facing the racism that still confronts the black population in Brazil.

Key Collaborators
Zózimo Bulbul Director Miguel Rio Branco Director of Photography Severino Dadá Editor Zózimo Bulbul Writer
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