Portinari, O Menino de Brodósqui (1980)

This documentary, made for Globo Repórter, explores the life and art of Cândido Portinari, a celebrated Brazilian painter. Directed by Eduardo Coutinho, the film offers a close look at Portinari's artistic development. Using interviews and old footage, it examines his influences, methods, and the social and political events that informed his most important works. The film provides an insightful portrait of the artist and the lasting influence of his art on Brazilian culture.