Batatinha, Poeta do Samba (2009)
1h 2m | PG-13
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.
Director: Marcelo Rabelo
Studio: Portfolium Laboratório de Imagens
Genre: Documentary
Video: 720p
Cast
Batatinha
as Self (archive footage)
Riachão
as Self
Ederaldo Gentil
as Self
Lucas Batatinha
as Self