The Art of Amalia
Brief Synopsis
Cast & Crew
Bruno De Almeida
David Byrne
Bruno De Almeida
Amalia Rodrigues
John Ventimiglia
Joao Ascencio
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Synopsis
A documentary celebrating the brilliant international career of Portugal's beloved diva Amalia Rodrigues (1920-1999), who single-handedly brought Portugues music to the world. Best known as the premier stylist of "Fado" (the Portuguese musical expression laced with haunting melodies and heart-breaking lyrics), Amalia's sultry personality and dramatic voice captures audiences over a half-century's reign on the global stage. The chronicle combines an interview with the famed Fado singer, along with a collection of performance footage throughout her long career from concerts in France, Italy, Brazil, Japan, Mexico, Romania, and the United States.
Director
Bruno De Almeida
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Miscellaneous Notes
Released in United States Winter December 8, 2000
Director Bruno de Almeida has previously made three films about diva Amalia Rodrigues, including "Amalia, Live in New York City" (USA/1990), "Amalia-Expo '98" (Portugal/1998) and "Amalia, A Strange Way of Life", a 300 minute 5-part mini-series which aired on Portugese and French television.
Songstress Amalia Rodrigues died in October 1999, one week before the completion of "The Art of Amalia".
Soundtrack available on Blue Note Records.
Released in United States Winter December 8, 2000
