Cacá Diegues
Cacá Diegues was a prominent Brazilian filmmaker and a foundational figure in the Cinema Novo movement, born on May 19, 1940, in Maceió, Alagoas. He became known for his influential films, including 'Bye Bye Brasil' and 'Xica da Silva', which explored Brazilian culture and social issues. Diegues was a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and played a crucial role in shaping the national cinema landscape alongside contemporaries like Glauber Rocha. He passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 84, after complications from surgery.
Born on May 19, 1940 (84 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 8 | 6.62 | 0.43% | +10% | 211,049,527 | 991,583 | $1,500,000 | 7,048$ |
| Liechtenstein | 8 | 6.75 | 0.30% | +10% | 38,137 | 124 | $6,900 | 22$ |
| Totals | 16 | 211,087,664 | 991,707 | $1,506,900 | 7,070$ |
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Liechtenstein:
Cacá Diegues was honored for his contributions to cinema.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was a notable Brazilian director who passed away at the age of 84.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues, a Brazilian filmmaker, passed away at the age of 84 and will be honored at the Oscar ceremony.
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Liechtenstein:
Cacá Diegues requested that no one should cry or be sad after his death.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues felt incapable of making new films after the death of his daughter, actress Flora Diegues.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was a prominent filmmaker and a key figure in the Cinema Novo movement.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was described as a loving and lucid master, whose loss is irreparable for Brazilian cinema.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was a Brazilian director known for his contributions to cinema and music.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was a prominent Brazilian director who passed away at the age of 84 due to complications before surgery.
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Brazil:
Cacá Diegues was a prominent figure in the cinema novo movement and directed several influential films.
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