Luís Carlos Prestes

Prestes on May 1, 1987 at an event held by CUT in São Paulo.

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.

A Paz é Dourada

Chronicles the life of military lieutenant, later communist militant and Brazilian politician Luiz Carlos Prestes.

The documentary recalls the political reopening of the country, and narrates in detail the events that culminated in the election of Tancredo Neves as the first civilian president after 20 years of military dictatorship.