I'm Ugly But Trendy (2005)
Documentary about the musical and social phenomenon of Brazilian funk (or Carioca Funk), a style derived from Miami Bass, based on repetitive bass drum loops and lyrics full of sexual and violent overtones, not directly related to American funk/soul music. This style emerged in the slums and poor neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, and is deeply associated with the lower social classes, but is gradually being accepted on higher social circles. The film is specially interested in women's participation, focusing on its major female stars.
Director: Denise Garcia
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: December 16, 2005
Cast
Screenplay
Editing: Gustavo Melo, Pedro Bronz
Production: Toscographics
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
Keywords
woman director
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is I'm Ugly But Trendy about?
- Documentary about the musical and social phenomenon of Brazilian funk (or Carioca Funk), a style derived from Miami Bass, based on repetitive bass drum loops and lyrics full of sexual and violent overtones, not directly related to American funk/soul music. This style emerged in the slums and poor neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, and is deeply associated with the lower social classes, but is gradually being accepted on higher social circles. The film is specially interested in women's participation, focusing on its major female stars.
- Who directed I'm Ugly But Trendy?
- I'm Ugly But Trendy was directed by Denise Garcia.
- Who stars in I'm Ugly But Trendy?
- I'm Ugly But Trendy stars Mr. Catra, M.C. Cidinho, M.C. Doca, Kate Lyra, DJ Marlboro, Vanessinha Picaxu.
- How long is I'm Ugly But Trendy?
- I'm Ugly But Trendy has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is I'm Ugly But Trendy?
- I'm Ugly But Trendy is a Documentary film.
- Where was I'm Ugly But Trendy produced?
- I'm Ugly But Trendy was produced in Brazil.