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Viva São João!

2002 · 82 min Music Documentary
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Composer Gilberto Gil accompanies filmmaker Andrucha Waddington to the Northeast of Brazil. Among the rural communities in the region, Gil and Waddignton participate in the Catholic celebration of Saint John's Day with music and dance. Waddington also analyzes the suffering of the population trying to survive through agriculture in difficult terrain.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2002
Country Brazil
Genre Music, Documentary
Director Andrucha Waddington
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (3 votes)

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Viva São João! is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2002 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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