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201397 minPGdocumentary

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Mazzaropi

201397 minPGdocumentary

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Amácio Mazzaropi, a key figure in Brazilian cinema, is portrayed through interviews and archival footage that detail his cultural impact and legacy.

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Amácio Mazzaropi, a key figure in Brazilian cinema, is portrayed through interviews and archival footage that detail his cultural impact and legacy.

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Celso Sabadindirector

Celso Sabadinwriter

Amacio Mazzaropi

Amacio Mazzaropicast

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Mourivaldo Almeidacast

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Amácio Mazzaropi, a key figure in Brazilian cinema, shaped the film industry with his unique style and widespread popularity. Directed by Celso Sabadin, the 2013 documentary features interviews and archival footage that detail Mazzaropi's career and his role as a cultural icon in Brazil. The film covers his contributions to entertainment and the legacy he left behind, reflecting on his influence on Brazilian society and cinema.

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