Pitanga

2016·Movie
1h 53min

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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Nostalgia7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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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 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.
Biographical DocumentaryBrazilian Cinema HistoryPolitical ActivismFather-Daughter RelationshipCultural ImpactShow Business ProfileHistorical ContextPoetic & ReflectiveSocial Commentary

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Pitanga worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Pitanga?

1 h 53 min

Pitanga runs 1 h 53 min.

Is Pitanga based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Pitanga in?

Portuguese

It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil.

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