
Damas do Samba
Since samba emerged in Rio de Janeiro, the presence of women has been fundamental to its creation, maintenance and perpetuation to this day. Muses, pastors, aunts, composers, dancers, godmothers, carnival dancers, mulatas, performers and even as workers, they form a panel of colors, feelings and sounds in the representation of this culture. This film takes a brief look at the history of some of these women, honoring and recognizing their strength.
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Top Cast
Helena Theodoro
Self
Nilcemar Nogueira
Self

Leci Brandão
Self

Alcione
Self
Neide Santana
Self
Tia Surica
Self

Dona Ivone Lara
Self
Áurea Maria
Self
Jane Carla
Self

Mariene de Castro
Self

Clara Nunes
Self (archive footage)
Jovelina Pérola Negra
Self (archive footage)

Beth Carvalho
Self
Nilze Carvalho
Self
Vera Lucia
Self
Márcia Lage
Self
Rosa Magalhães
Self
Rosângela Souza
Self
Gloria Carneiro
Self
Alessandra Reis
Self
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