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Abolition (1988)

Abolition (1988)

History Documentary
Release Date: 1988, May 13
Directors: Zózimo Bulbul
Countries: Brazil
Cast: Benedita da Silva, Abdias Nascimento, Grande Otelo, Camila Amado, Agnaldo Timóteo, Luís Carlos Prestes, Gilberto Freyre, D. Hélder Câmara, Adhemar Ferreira da Silva, Thereza Santos

Overview:

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.