Pitanga (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2016, Pitanga is a documentary film directed by Camila Pitanga, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. This documentary investigates the aesthetic, political and existential trajectory of emblematic Black Brazilian actor Antônio Pitanga. His career spans over five decades, and he has worked with iconic Brazilian filmmakers Glauber Rocha, Cacá Diegues and Walter Lima Jr. He was a prominent figurehead and outspoken activist during the Brazilian dictatorship, a period of unrest in Brazilian cinema. "Pitanga" deep dives into the world of Antônio and the history of Brazil. The documentary was directed by his daughter Camila Pitanga, one of widely recognised faces in Brazilian television and cinema right now. The film is also a poem, and a tender ode to fatherhood.
Who’s in it. Pitanga stars Antônio Pitanga as Self, Camila Pitanga as Self, Rocco Pitanga as Self and Gilberto Gil as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Pitanga has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pitanga page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pitanga tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pitanga (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pitanga change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pitanga worth watching?
- Pitanga holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pitanga?
- Pitanga stars Antônio Pitanga, Camila Pitanga, Rocco Pitanga, Gilberto Gil and Milton Gonçalves.
- When was Pitanga released?
- Pitanga was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.