I'm Ugly But Trendy

I'm Ugly But Trendy

5.3

2005-12-16

Documentary about the musical and social phenomenon of Brazilian funk (or Carioca Funk), a style derived from Miami Bass, based on repetitive bass drum loops and lyrics full of sexual and violent overtones, not directly related to American funk/soul music. This style emerged in the slums and poor neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, and is deeply associated with the lower social classes, but is gradually being accepted on higher social circles. The film is specially interested in women's participation, focusing on its major female stars.

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Documentary about the musical and social phenomenon of Brazilian funk (or Carioca Funk), a style derived from Miami Bass, based on repetitive bass drum loops and lyrics full of sexual and violent overtones, not directly related to American funk/soul music. This style emerged in the slums and poor neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, and is deeply associated with the lower social classes, but is gradually being accepted on higher social circles. The film is specially interested in women's participation, focusing on its major female stars.

Released

2005-12-16

Runtime

60

Director

Budget

$0

Revenue

$0

Genres

Documentary

Language

Português

Production

Toscographics

Casts

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    Mr. Catra

    Mr. Catra
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    M.C. Cidinho

    M.C. Cidinho
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    M.C. Doca

    M.C. Doca
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    Kate Lyra

    Kate Lyra
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    DJ Marlboro

    D.J. Marlboro
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    Vanessinha Picaxu

    Vanessinha Picaxu
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    Valesca Popozuda

    Valesca Popozuda
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    Tati Quebra-Barraco

    Tati Quebra-Barraco
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    Tetine

    Tetine
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    Deise Tigrona

    Deise Tigrona