Chinese Viola
"My meeting with Brazilian cinema"
Originally released in 1975. Chinese Viola is a documentary film. directed by Júlio Bressane. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Júlio Bressane, Grande Otelo, and Walter Carvalho
Synopsis
The rare short film presents a curious dialogue between filmmaker Julio Bressane and actor Grande Otelo, where, in a mixture of decorated and improvised text, we discover a little manifesto to the Brazilian experimental cinema. Also called "Belair's last film," Chinese Viola reveals the first partnership between photographer Walter Carvalho and Bressane.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Belair Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinese Viola about?
The rare short film presents a curious dialogue between filmmaker Julio Bressane and actor Grande Otelo, where, in a mixture of decorated and improvised text, we discover a little manifesto to the ...
Who directed Chinese Viola?
Chinese Viola was directed by Júlio Bressane.
How long is Chinese Viola?
Chinese Viola has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Chinese Viola released?
Chinese Viola was released on May 31, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chinese Viola?
The main cast of Chinese Viola includes Júlio Bressane, Grande Otelo, Walter Carvalho.