Self-taught Brazilian filmmaker Nelson Pereira dos Santos is not only one of the most innovative directors in Brazilian film, he is also well-respected for his work to promote the status of Brazilian national cinema. In his youth, dos Santos studied law, worked as a journalist, and was very active in the cultural and political activities of the Communist Party. He...
Self-taught Brazilian filmmaker Nelson Pereira dos Santos is not only one of the most innovative directors in Brazilian film, he is also well-respected for his work to promote the status of Brazilian national cinema. In his youth, dos Santos studied law, worked as a journalist, and was very active in the cultural and political activities of the Communist Party. He...