Gilberto Freyre

Documentary about influential Brazilian sociologist Gilberto Freyre, made in his country house in Apipucos, Pernambuco (Northeast Brazil).

In 1988, the centenary of abolition of slavery in Brazil, Zózimo Bulbul made this powerful historical analysis of racial issues in his country. This documentary provides an in-depth look through extensive archival researching and interviews of key figures who were involved in preserving black culture. Aside from historical testimony, this epic documentary also points to the current relevance of facing the racism that still confronts the black population in Brazil.

Narrated by Professor Edson Nery, a friend and biographer of the author, and featuring Vânia Terra, Gheuza Sena, Ellyne Peixoto, and Helena Menezes, this series of four documentaries offers an emotional exploration of Gilberto Freyre’s great body of work.