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202553 minPGdocumentary

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Tormenta

202553 minPGdocumentary

Vera Tormenta, a significant figure in post-World War II Paris and 1950s Rio de Janeiro, shaped the bohemian art scene through her collaborations with Ferreira Gullar and Darel Valença Lins.

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Channel: Stash - Free Documentaries

Tormenta

2025• 53 minPG

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Vera Tormenta, a significant figure in post-World War II Paris and 1950s Rio de Janeiro, shaped the bohemian art scene through her collaborations with Ferreira Gullar and Darel Valença Lins.

Synopsis

Vera Tormenta, a significant figure in the post-World War II art scene, made her mark in the cultural hubs of Paris and Rio de Janeiro during the 1950s. The documentary highlights her artistic evolution and influential collaborations with notable artists such as Ferreira Gullar and Darel Valença Lins. Directed by Lucas Costanzi, "Tormenta" provides a comprehensive examination of Tormenta's contributions to the bohemian movement and her lasting impact on the art world during a pivotal era in history.

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