Synopsis

This Is Bossa Nova is the story of Bossa Nova, the Brazilian music born in the early fifties that would attain definite international recognition in 1962 with the memorable concert at New York’s Carnegie Hall. Telling the story of two great living composers, Roberto Menescal and Carlos Lyra, the film focuses on rhythm, lyrics, harmony, the seating arrangement and the beat, with depositions by authors and thinkers dedicated to the Bossa Nova culture.

Director

Paulo Thiago

Founder of the Brazilian Directors Association (ABRACI), Paulo Thiago has received critical acclaim for a variety of works, starting with his 1970 film . His notable works include (1974), (1989), (1993), (1998), (2002), and the documentary (2002). He is currently working on a feature film based on a true story titled .’s>