
1 Season
5 Episode
Plots of Freedom – The Cry of Samba for Democracy - Season 1 Episode 3 The Carnival of Direct Elections: 1984–1985
Amid the national movement for direct presidential elections, known as "Diretas Já," samba schools played a pivotal role in mobilizing public sentiment. Their performances echoed the people's demand for democratic reforms, reinforcing the call for political change through the vibrant medium of carnival.
- Year: 2024
- Country: Brazil
- Genre: Documentary
- Studio: Globoplay
- Keyword: rio de janeiro, carnival, dictatorship, samba, censorship, brazilian music, afro brazilian, democratization, brazilian politics, brazilian history, brazil, brazilian military dictatorship
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