Batatinha, Poeta do Samba

Plot Summary

A portrayal of the life of one of the most important samba musicians in Brazil, Bahian sambista Oscar da Penha, popularly known as Batatinha (1924 -1997). Through memories of their father, his nine children share their perspectives, as well as interviews with family, friends and musicians, to tell the story of Batatinha’s life, history and work.

Top Cast

Batatinha Self (archive footage)

Riachão Self

Ederaldo Gentil Self

Lucas Batatinha Self