Dreflix: I am the Samba

I am the Samba

Documentary about the rise and fall of Leandro de Itaquera Samba School, a cultural organization from São Paulo east end that had a major role during the profissionalization of Carnival competition in the city.

2025

0h 42min

Top Billed Cast

Enio Justiniano
Himself
Gilson Nunes Vitório
Himself
Leandro Alves Martins
Himself
Bruno Baronetti
Himself

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