Livro Brasileiro

Navigating the imperialist discourse that stretched over three centuries, Brazilian literature has always been marked by tension between the mere incorporation of a European tradition and the attempt to reinforce a native coinage. Oscillating the two trends, the literature of Brazil has gradually moved away from a Eurocentric style of writing and strived toward finding a voice of its own. During its long colonial period that lasted until 1822, a number of poets and prose writers emerged in Brazil, which shaped its literary landscape. If you’re just venturing into the world of Brazilian literature, here are a few authors that you should add to your reading list. Joaquim Machado de Assis (1839-1908) A pioneer of Brazilian literature, Machado de Assis was a novelist, poet, playwright, and short-story writer. Critics often draw comparisons between the works of Machado de Assis and Laurence Sterne. These comparisons are typically based on inconsistencies in the narrative style, as was seen ...

Even though, many of the Brazilian movies are based on poverty, drug trafficking, and favelas, we could manage to find a few gems on the internet. The movies that we have shortlisted offer a different perspective on life in Brazil. Here is a list of the top four Brazilian movies we think will suit your taste or preference irrespective of what it is.   Cidade de Deus (2002)   This is one of the best Brazilian classics of our generation. In the film, a growth of organized crime can be witnessed in the suburb (the title of the movie) of Rio de Janeiro. The story is based on real events and showcases a time period between 60s and 80s. The thing that fascinates the most is the way cast is chosen. They are as a matter of fact residents of favelas. You should definitely add to your watchlist if you haven’t already.   Tropa De Elite / Elite Squad (2007)   This is regarded as an intense movie by many critics where you get to witness an astonishing look at Rio de Janeiro’s not...