Tetê Espíndola

Tetê Espíndola

Acting
1954-03-11
Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Known For & Full Filmography9 Titles

#1Yorimatã

Movie - 2016, 2h 15m as Self

10.0 / 10
DocumentaryMusic

The lives of Luhli and Lucina, two especially important artists in the alternative cultural scene during the 1970s. In a time when transgression, love and peace guided behavior, we discover the love of two women for art, their spiritual universe, their lives in community and their three-way relationship with photographer Luiz Fernando Borges da Fonseca.

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#2Amigo Arrigo

Movie - 2019, 2h 15m as Self (archive footage)

8.8 / 10
Documentary

The art of Arrigo Barnabé, one of the pillars of the São Paulo experimental music scene during the 80's and author of critically acclaimed albums such as "Clara Crocodilo" (1980) and "Tubarões Voadores" (1984).

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#3Manual de Barros - Retrato do poeta quando coisa

Movie - 2006, 2h 15m as voz

8.8 / 10

An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.

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#4Caramujo-Flor

Movie - 1988, 2h 15m as Mulher na floresta

7.5 / 10
Documentary

Film based on Manoel de Barros poetry. Story about poet's life in the swamp area of Brazil (Pantanal) and its wildlife; & his obsession with the sea and his new life in the big metropolis in Brazil.

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#5What I've Never Lost

Movie - 2022, 2h 15m as Self

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryMusic

A feature documentary on the life of Alzira Espíndola and her impact and influence on different generations of Brazilian music. From her origins on Mato Grosso do Sul to her breakthrough as a instrumentist and composer in São Paulo, the movie explores her life, work and ventures with partners such as Itamar Assumpção, Ney Matogrosso and her sister Tetê Espíndola with irreverence and erudition.

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#6Lira Paulistana e a Vanguarda Paulista

Movie - 2012, 2h 15m as Self

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryMusic

Through testimonies from partners, workers, collaborators, artists, and people who followed the productions of Lira Paulistana, the film tells the story of this cultural phenomenon, a catalyst for the new musical trends of the time, which took place in São Paulo between 1979 and 1986. In addition to showcasing the undeniable importance of Lira Paulistana as a stage for avant-garde music in São Paulo, highlights its significant role in other areas, such as record production, journalism, editorial work, and the visual arts.

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#7Crisálida

Movie - 2012, 2h 15m as Tetê Espíndola

8.8 / 10
Documentary

An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.

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#8Daquele Instante em Diante

Movie - 2011, 2h 15m as Self (archive footage)

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryMusic

This film documents in depth the life and artistic trajectory of the musician and poet Itamar Assumpção. He was one of the pillars of a moment of Brazilian popular music that was conventionally called "Vanguarda Paulista". Starting from extensive research which resulted in more than 250h of images and a dive into the personal universe of this incredible artist, Itamar comes up with a poetic, intuitive plot where facts and testimonies speak louder than preconceived ideas.

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#9Mônica e a Sereia do Rio

Movie - 1987, 2h 15m as Fada

6.6 / 10
AnimationComedyMusic

Monica steps into a magical world and comes across a friendly little fairy. The fairy shares a magical secret: in this realm, everyone can pursue their true passions. Excited by the possibilities, Monica declares her love for storytelling and enthusiastically begins to weave enchanting tales for all to enjoy.

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