Joaquim Pedro de Andrade

Joaquim Pedro de Andrade (May 25, 1932 – September 10, 1988) was a Brazilian film director and screenwriter. He was a member of the Cinema Novo movement in Brazil. Andrade is best known for his 1969 film Macunaíma, based loosely on the novel of the same title by Mário de Andrade. His 1962 documentary film Garrincha: Hero of the Jungle was entered into the 13th Berlin International Film Festival.

Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
Born(1932-05-25)May 25, 1932
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
DiedSeptember 10, 1988(1988-09-10) (aged 56)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Occupation(s)Director, writer
Years active1963–88
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