Closing the celebrations of “150 years of Italian immigration in Brazil”, the Embassy of Italy presented to the public a documentary and a book that highlight the cultural richness and historical legacy left by Italians in the country.
with duration of 52 minutes, the documentary — available on YouTube — offers a sensitive and impactful portrait of Italian immigration in Brazil. Through interviews with prominent figures such as the designer Humberto Campana, the philosopher Mario Sergio Cortella, the businessman and president of the Italian Chamber of Commerce Graziano Messana, the historian Henry Trindade and the lawyer Flavio Goldman, the documentary explores the impact of Italianness on the Brazilian artistic, political, cultural and economic scene.
under the direction of Pedro Saad, the project was carried out by the Brazilian Publisher and Producer of São Paulo, with sponsorship from the association Italy for San Paolo, chaired by Sandra Papaiz and Graziano Messana, in addition to the support of important names in the Italian-Brazilian community, such as Sergio Comolatti, Massimo Bauducco and the Itaú Foundation.
The essence of Italian culture in Brazil
The documentary impresses by delicately and in-depthly addressing the influence of Italian immigration in Brazil. From gastronomy to architecture, the work reveals how Italians shaped the country's cultural identity.
The Supreme Court reaffirmed: citizenship is born with the person.
- New legal front opened
- Processes can still be filed.
- Individual assessment before any decision.
The production also highlights the integration of Italian and Brazilian culture, showing how this fusion gave rise to a unique Italian-Brazilian identity and vibrant.
One of the highlights of the documentary is the way it connects generations, celebrating the Italian-Brazilian pride and highlighting the role of Italian descendants in preserving traditions.
The focus on individual success stories and family ties reinforces the historical and contemporary relevance of Italian immigration in Brazil.
Nota 10 for the initiative of the Italian Embassy.
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