Sixty-six adolescents in Favela da Maré participate in a dance project that reflects their personal experiences and the realities of life in the community.
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Sixty-six adolescents in Favela da Maré participate in a dance project that reflects their personal experiences and the realities of life in the community.
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Synopsis
In Favela da Maré, choreographer Ivaldo Bertazzo leads sixty-six adolescents in a dance project that incorporates their life experiences. The performance reflects the challenges and joys of living in the favela. A decade later, directors David Meyer and Helena Soldberg reconnect with several dancers to discuss their lives since the project. Through interviews, they reveal how art and community have shaped their identities and the changes they have faced over the years.
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Why Watch
- Meet choreographer Ivaldo Bertazzo in action.
- Follow the lives of dancers from Favela da Maré.
- See how art influences identity over time.
Did You Know
- Sixty-six adolescents participated in the dance project in Favela da Maré.
- The documentary reconnects with dancers a decade after the original performance.
- The film is directed by David Meyer and Helena Soldberg.
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Who led the dance project in Favela da Maré?
The dance project in Favela da Maré was led by choreographer Ivaldo Bertazzo.
How many adolescents participated in the dance project?
Sixty-six adolescents participated in the dance project.
What year was the documentary 'Our Stories, Ourselves' released?
The documentary 'Our Stories, Ourselves' was released in 2013.
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