Nelson Gonçalves (2002)
Fiction/documentary about great Brazilian singer Nelson Gonçalves, where interviews about him are mixed with dramatization of episodes in his life. The film tell us about Nelson's childhood, the time when he tried his luck as a professional boxer, his career as a radio singer in the 1950s, the decadence caused by his cocaine addiction and his comeback.
Director: Elizeu Ewald
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: November 9, 2002
Cast
- Alexandre Borges - Nelson Gonçalves
- Júlia Lemmertz - Lourdinha Bittencourt
- Jandir Ferrari - Francisco Alves
- Lara Córdula - Beth White
- Pedro Gonçalves - Nelson Gonçalves child
- Taumaturgo Ferreira - Timbira
- Paulo Betti - Narrador
- Nelson Gonçalves - Ele mesmo (arquivo)
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
Themes
Behind the Scenes of Sports: Documentary Stories, Comedians' Lives and Stage Lights
Keywords
biography, singer
More Films by Director: Elizeu Ewald
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Nelson Gonçalves about?
- Fiction/documentary about great Brazilian singer Nelson Gonçalves, where interviews about him are mixed with dramatization of episodes in his life. The film tell us about Nelson's childhood, the time when he tried his luck as a professional boxer, his career as a radio singer in the 1950s, the decadence caused by his cocaine addiction and his comeback.
- Who directed Nelson Gonçalves?
- Nelson Gonçalves was directed by Elizeu Ewald.
- Who stars in Nelson Gonçalves?
- Nelson Gonçalves stars Alexandre Borges, Júlia Lemmertz, Jandir Ferrari, Lara Córdula, Pedro Gonçalves, Taumaturgo Ferreira.
- How long is Nelson Gonçalves?
- Nelson Gonçalves has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is Nelson Gonçalves?
- Nelson Gonçalves is a Documentary, Drama film.
- Where was Nelson Gonçalves produced?
- Nelson Gonçalves was produced in Brazil.
- What are the themes of Nelson Gonçalves?
- The themes of Nelson Gonçalves include: Behind the Scenes of Sports: Documentary Stories, Comedians' Lives and Stage Lights.