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O Barato de Iacanga

The film "Taking Iacanga" uncovers the fascinating story of a renowned music festival in Brazil during the 1970s and 1980s, where the hippie movement came together in defiance of military laws prohibiting open-air events.

"Taking Iacanga" reveals the story behind a legendary music festival held in Brazil in the 70's and 80's. Under military law, open-air events were prohibited. Overcoming politic difficulties, the festival was the biggest hippie gathering in Brazil. It was considered the Brazilian version of Woodstock, with musical performances of brilliant Brazilian artists such as Gilberto Gil and João Gilberto.

Info about O Barato de Iacanga

Studio(s): Canal Curta!, Big Bonsai

Originally Released: United States, Jun 10, 2019

Production Country: Brazil

Genres:Biography, Documentary, History, Music