BrasÃlio Itiberê
A Documentary Film
​​This project aims to remember the life and work of Brasílio Itiberê da Cunha, a great Brazilian musician and diplomat who, throughout his life, achieved the best achievements to raise Brazil's name in the international community, whether in his pro-abolitionist stance or for the folkloric elements inserted in their music. The project consists of a feature-length documentary, which will show the artist's trajectory from his childhood in Paranaguá until his death while providing diplomatic services in Prussia (currently Germany). The film will bring ordinary citizens closer to classical art, and will also be an audiovisual record created in an innovative and unifying way, contributing to the collection about the life and work of Brasílio Itiberê.
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The documentary will be produced, interspersing a musical presentation, with the participation of Giséle Rizental, Brasílio's main performer, and interviews with people who have relevant knowledge about the musician's work. It will bring to ordinary citizens the virtuosity not only of music, but also of the character who can do great things in defense of his ideals, elevating popular culture and giving importance to movements that changed the history of Brazil.
The Pianist and Diplomat
​Brasílio Itiberê, from Paranaguá city, born into a family that appreciated music, graduated in law, participated in the abolitionist movement, became a diplomat, had Castro Alves, Afonso Pena and Liszt as friends. Amid the influence of Listz and Chopin, he also added elements of Brazilian folklore to his music, innovating in this environment and being an influence on musicians like Villa-Lobos.
The Musician
Gisele Rizental, from Paranaguá city, considered the greatest national and international interpreter of Brasílio Itiberê's works. She graduated in piano from the Paraná School of Music and Fine Arts. A student of the works of the Itiberê family, she interprets not only works by Brasílio Itiberê da Cunha, but also by José Itiberê de Lima and Brasílio Itiberê da Cunha Luz. She has been a music teacher for over 30 years.
The Director
​Kendy Fujita, from Paranaguá city, grew up between Brazil and Japan and is the third generation of photographers in her family. He graduated in psychology, working in the field for some time, but found personal and professional fulfillment in the precise capture and meticulous handling of his photographs. Director and Producer in the audiovisual area, he specialized in combining timelapse and hyperlapse techniques with videos. Among the works, the following stand out: Japan, Sansei, Ibi Ka'aysara and Paranaguá Pilots.
