Abolition
movie

Released May 13, 1988
Genres:
Overview
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.
Cast

Camila Amado
as
Princesa Isabel

Benedita da Silva
as
Herself

Abdias Nascimento
as
Himself
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Gilberto Freyre
as
Himself

Grande Otelo
as
Himself

Agnaldo Timóteo
as
Himself
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Luís Carlos Prestes
as
Himself
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D. Hélder Câmara
as
Himself

Adhemar Ferreira da Silva
as
Himself
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Thereza Santos
as
Herself
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Cíntia Raquel
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Otávio Terceiro

