João Marcello Bôscoli

An intimate look at the life and career of Paulinho da Costa, the most recorded percussionist in music history. The documentary explores his unique rhythmic language and his collaboration with legendary icons.

Based on the book *Elis e Eu: 11 anos, 6 meses e 19 dias com minha mãe* (Elis and I: 11 Years, 6 Months, and 19 Days with My Mother) by João Marcello Bôscoli, the film seeks to deconstruct the myth and reveal Elis as a woman, mother, and professional.

Elis & Tom is considered one of the most important albums in the history of Brazilian music. Recorded in Los Angeles, in 1974, it was all captured by a team of filmmakers led by director Roberto de Oliveira, who arranged for the duo to meet. The original footage was kept for 45 years until restored and remastered in 2018. The film is also an exciting reunion of the director with the artists and the material he filmed nearly five decades ago.