Nelson Motta’s trajectory, icon of Brazilian culture, will win kinegraphics

The life and work of Nelson Mottaone of the most prolific and influential figures of Brazilian culture, will be taken to the movie screens. The project, a biography based on its 2020 autobiography, From ass to moonhas just been announced and will have a major team in production.

The direction will be in charge of Lily Ferreiraknown for films like Fragrant ball and Arid moviewhile the script is signed by WALTER MACEDO FILHO. The feature film promises to translate into images the intensity of a career that crosses music, journalism, literature and television.

Inspired by the memories book From ass to moon: dramas, comedies and mysteries of a lucky boythe film will plunge into personal and professional stories that shaped not only the trajectory of Mottabut also crucial moments of national culture.

In the work, launched during the pandemic, the author revisits his youth and remarkable moments with an intimate and humorous tone, connecting his experiences to the recent history of Brazil. When commenting on the adaptation, Nelson Motta He expressed the desire for the public to have fun with his journey.

“I wanted to see my love for the adventure and the risk and with what he taught me even when he went wrong, and I was learning with humor,” he said.

The director Lily Ferreira He celebrated the opportunity to command the project, revealing an ancient admiration for the biographer. “When I was a boy, I saw Nelson Motta on television and wanted to be like him. A docile, intelligent, charismatic, beautiful guy who knew everything. Hence I feel an honor to be able to look and approach this figure that packs so many people ”commented the filmmaker.

With a career that extends for decades, Nelson Motta It consolidated itself as a true polymate. Born in São Paulo in 1944, he began as a journalist and musical critic, but soon expanded his talent. As a composer, he is the author of over 300 songs, including timeless hits as “Saveiros” (with Dori Caymmi), “Dancin ‘Days” and “As a wave ” (both with Lulu Santos).

In addition, he was the producer of iconic artists by artists such as Elis Regina and Marisa Monteand author of bestsellers like VALE EVERYTHING: TIM MAIA’S SOUND AND FURYsolidifying its role as an indispensable chronicler of cultural history of Brazil.

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