I'm Ugly But Trendy
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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.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2005-12-16
Runtime: 60 mins
Director: Denise Garcia
Writer: Denise Garcia
Spoken language: Português
Genres: Documentary
Original title: I'm Ugly But Trendy
Production Companies: Toscographics
Production Countries: Brazil
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