Ary Barroso
Biography
Ary Evangelista de Resende Barroso ONM (7 November 1903 – 9 February 1964) was a Brazilian composer, pianist, soccer commentator, and talent-show host on radio and TV. He was one of Brazil's most successful songwriters in the first half of the 20th century. Barroso also composed many songs for Carmen Miranda during her career.
Known For & Full Filmography8 Titles
Movie - 1936, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
João Ninguém is a humble composer who made the waltz "Sonhos Azuis" as a gift to his girlfriend on her birthday. To give it to her, he asked for help from a friend, but on the way, an accident happens and puts at risk not only the relationship, but also João's life and career.
Movie - 1961, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The project of urbanization of a shantytown is endangered by lack of money. To get the necessary sum, three friars start to sing in plain clothes, incognito, also recording records and doing shows in nightclubs.
Movie - 1935, 2h 15m • as Themself
A man is looking for a radio singer named "Dulcineia." For this, he goes through the biggest hassles and problems. The plot, in fact, is an excuse for the exhibition of the musical numbers of the greatest Brazilian Radio artists.
Drama Series - 1980, 16 episodes • as Self
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
Ary Barroso was one of the greatest composers of Brazilian music with his successes for the whole planet. Know its history, reconstructed through Ary's own audio files, interspersed with reports from friends and family.
Movie - 1997, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
A film essay about Brazil discovered through Orson Welles' eyes during the shooting of It's All True.
Movie - 2005, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
Documentary about the birth of bossa-nova, in Brazil, and the major stars of this musical style.
Movie - 1981, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
João Gilberto receives Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil and Maria Bethânia during the recording of his album Brasil.