Carlos Drummond de Andrade
Biography
Carlos Drummond de Andrade (Itabira, October 31, 1902 – Rio de Janeiro, August 17, 1987) was a Brazilian poet, pharmacist, short story writer, and columnist, considered by many to be the most influential Brazilian poet of the 20th century. Drummond was one of the leading poets of the second generation of Brazilian modernism, although his work is not restricted to the forms and themes of specific movements. The themes of his work are vast, ranging from existential questions, such as the meaning of life and death, to everyday, family, and political issues, such as socialism, always engaging with traditional and contemporary currents of his time. The formal and stylistic characteristics of his work are also vast, sometimes highlighting the Minas Gerais dialect. (Wikipedia)
Known For & Full Filmography4 Titles
Movie - 1967, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Film portrait of Austrian intellectual, journalist and writer Otto Maria Carpeaux, who emigrated to Brazil to flee World Ward II, as his insights on the 1964 Brazilian dictatorship.
Movie - 2003, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
A documentary about the life and work of the writer Cyro dos Anjos and his literature fellows Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Pedro Nava, Abgar Renault, João Alphonsus and Emílio Moura.
Movie - 1994, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2002, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
Documentary about Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade, and the many facets of his work.