Carlos Diegues, a pivotal figure in Brazilian cinema, passed away at 84 in Rio de Janeiro due to surgical complications. As a founder of Cinema Novo, he championed the culture's ethnic diversity and social struggles, often showcasing Afro-Brazilians and the impoverished in his works. His landmark movie, Bye Bye Brazil, was nominated for a Palme d'Or and illuminated life on the margins, revealing the stark realities of urban change and cultural shifts in Brazil across his extensive 60-year career.
Mr. Diegues was a founder of Cinema Novo, combining Italian Neo-Realism with Latin American fantasy, bringing focus to marginalized groups and Afro-Brazilians.
Bye Bye Brazil, Diegues's international breakthrough, examines the lives of street performers and is a poignant commentary on the changing Brazilian landscape.
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