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202293 minGdocumentary

Racial Justice Art History

Alan

202293 minGdocumentary

Alan do Rap, a pioneering Hip Hop artist from Salvador, navigates the challenges of racism and violence while pursuing his passion for music.

Racial Justice Art History

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Alan do Rap, a pioneering Hip Hop artist from Salvador, navigates the challenges of racism and violence while pursuing his passion for music.

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Diego Lisboadirector

Daniel Lisboadirector

Diego Lisboawriter

Daniel Lisboawriter

Alan do Rapcast

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Alan do Rap, a pioneer of Hip Hop in Salvador, gained attention by taking the stage during performances of established artists. His actions reflect the struggles faced by young artists from marginalized communities. The film covers Alan's experiences as he confronts a system marked by racism and violence. Through his story, it illustrates the challenges of pursuing art in an oppressive environment. The documentary runs for 93 minutes and was released in 2022.

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