Batatinha, Poeta do Samba

Batatinha, Poeta do Samba

0% | Mar 22, 2009 | Documentary

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.

Featured Cast

Eliana Mendes
Executive Producer
Nicolas Hallet
Camera Operator

Cast

Self (archive footage)
Batatinha
Self (archive footage)
Self
Riachão
Self

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