Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs
Brazil Initiative

Spring Film Series 2018 - São Paulo em Hi-Fi (São Paulo in Hi-Fi, Lufe Steffen, 2013)

Thursday, March 15, 2018

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Joukowsky Forum, Watson Institute, 111 Thayer Street

An historical documentary about Sao Paulo's gay night life during the 60's, 70's and 80's. With testimonials from people who lived through that time and images of unforgettable shows at classical night clubs of the city. Bringing back to memory the stars, the heroes, and even the bad guys: military dictatorship and AIDS epidemic. (The Movie DB)

Watch the trailer here.

Running from February through May 2018,  the Brazil Initiative's Spring Film Series presents a selection of seven films, both feature films and documentaries, on LGBT experiences within Brazilian society. The series serves as a reminder as to the rich catalogue of LGBT-themed films in Brazil.