Pitanga
Originally released in 2016. Pitanga is a documentary film. directed by Beto Brant.
Starring Antônio Pitanga, Camila Pitanga, and Rocco Pitanga
Synopsis
This documentary investigates the aesthetic, political and existential trajectory of emblematic Black Brazilian actor Antônio Pitanga. His career spans over five decades, and he has worked with iconic Brazilian filmmakers Glauber Rocha, Cacá Diegues and Walter Lima Jr. He was a prominent figurehead and outspoken activist during the Brazilian dictatorship, a period of unrest in Brazilian cinema. "Pitanga" deep dives into the world of Antônio and the history of Brazil. The documentary was directed by his daughter Camila Pitanga, one of widely recognised faces in Brazilian television and cinema right now. The film is also a poem, and a tender ode to fatherhood.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 23, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Drama Filmes
- Globo Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitanga about?
This documentary investigates the aesthetic, political and existential trajectory of emblematic Black Brazilian actor Antônio Pitanga. His career spans over five decades, and he has worked with ic...
Who directed Pitanga?
Pitanga was directed by Beto Brant.
How long is Pitanga?
Pitanga has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was Pitanga released?
Pitanga was released on September 23, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pitanga?
The main cast of Pitanga includes Antônio Pitanga, Camila Pitanga, Rocco Pitanga, Roque Araújo, Luiz Carlos Maciel.