Music + Cinema Brazil

Cinema Tropical presents its new film series MUSIC+FILM BRAZIL, celebrating one of the most vibrant musical cultures in the world. This series is programmed by Mary Jane Marcasiano and will be shown at Symphony Space in New York.Tim MaiaThis film recreates the life of Tim Maia, from his teenage years to the peak of his career, when he scored dozens of hits at the top of the charts and achieved the status of one of the most popular and beloved stars of the Brazilian music scene.When: Tue, April 4 @7pmAxé: Canto do povo de um lugarA story of Axé music — a popular musical style from Brazil’s Northeast that combines African, Caribbean, and Brazilian elements — featuring interviews with Brazilian musical artists.When: Sun, April 9 @5pmO Samba

The composer and singer Martinho da Vila is our charismatic guide in this film, celebrating the most iconic of Brazilian musical styles.When: Sun, April 9 @7:30pmAndré Midani – An Insider’s Story of Brazilian MusicBased on the autobiography of the legendary music industry executive André Midani, this film explores Brazilian music from the perspective of his five-decade career.When: Mon, April 10 @7pmOlho Nu (Naked Eye)Olho Nu explores the artistic universe of Brazilian countertenor Ney Matogrosso with archival footage and contemporary interviews.When: Tue, April 11 @7pm