Glauber Rocha’s avant-garde films depict Brazil’s history and upheavals in its social and political scene in a stylized, often violent manner. He bega...read more
Glauber Rocha’s avant-garde films depict Brazil’s history and upheavals in its social and political scene in a stylized, often violent manner. He began his career as a journalist and film critic, and his first short film, Pátio (1959), caught the attention of critics and prompted his rise to fame. He studied Law. He also directed theatre pieces, wrote movie critics and took part in the creation an...read more
Department
Directing
Birthday
1939-03-14
Place of Birth
Vitória da Conquista, Bahia, Brazil
Also Known As
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18th Locarno Film Festival
(1967)
22nd Cannes Film Festival
(1969)
30th Cannes Film Festival
(1977)
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